Linux over Windows
Why to use Linux over Windows?
| Reason | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Cost | Linux is free, while Windows requires a paid license. |
| Open Source | Linux’s code is open for review, customization, and improvement. |
| Security | Linux requires host password for every change hence it’s more secure. |
| Customizability | Linux offers extensive options to customize the UI. |
| Performance | Linux can run efficiently on older hardware. |
| Software Freedom | You can freely modify and redistribute Linux software. |
| Stability and Reliability | Preferred for servers and critical systems due to strong stability. |
| Community Support | Large, active communities for help and troubleshooting. |
| No Forced Updates | Users control when and what updates to install. It’s never “take it or leave it”, there’s always choices. |
Downloaded 3 softwares:
After instalation, start Oracle VM.
- Go to new.
- Then enter the name, Ubuntu
- Select the path of Ubuntu in ISO image.
- Enter password and username.
- Give required memory space and Processors.
Issues faced:
After powering up, the display only showed a black screen with error:
To solve:
- Go to settings -> Display
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Change the Graphics controller to VBoxVGA.
Booting and its types:
Booting is the process of starting up or restarting a computer, which involves initializing hardware, loading the operating system, and preparing the computer for use.
Types of Booting:
- Cold boot/ Hard boot: This refers to starting the computer from a completely powered-off state.
- Warm boot/ Soft boot: This is when the operating system alone is restarted wihtout turning it off.