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The first and most obvious question that was lingering in our mind was: Why anyone would consider Linux as an alternative to Windows on the desktop in the first place. Answers from the study provide some initial thoughts here, and when asked in an unprompted manner, while the expected benefits associated with security particularly in relation to malware avoidance and reliability are frequently mentioned, over 70% call out cost control in one form or another as the primary front of mind driver (Figure 1).

The percentage we see here are based on the grouping of freedom responses into the categories listed. Within the cost related category, many allude to savings on licenses, not just in relation to the operating system per se, but also application portfolio which runs on it, which generally includes a high proportion of open source software  in a Linux environment. The ability to run on lower spec equipment is another common cost related driver. It is notable, however, that the majority of responses make  reference to an overall lowering of total cost of ownership(TCO).

While open questioning like this is great for understanding how people expresses the benefits and drivers that are important respondents in more specific areas we can get more of a feel for what’s behind the statements about lower TCO ( Figure 2).

Of course in reality, some of the drivers and benefits we are looking at here are related. In particular, while some argue that it is possible to achieve higher degree of security with Linux, which os basically a risk related driver, others say the main point is that it costs less in terms of time and effort to achieve and maintain an acceptable level of security, which brings us back to TCO. In a similar manner, the perceived benefits in relation to stability and reliability would have a user experience related impact, but would aso translate to reduced maintenance and support overhead.

What’s interesting about all of theses observations is that the focus among those with more serious business-oriented deployment experience is very much on tangible benefits. This is in stark contrast to many of the emotional and ideological related arguments we hear from the more extreme factions within the open source community, whose noisy and forceful views often detract from the practical and objective discussion of value that should really be taking place.

Related to this is the question of where desktop Linux fits into the business computing landscape. Should organisations be aiming for a wholesale replacement of Windows as many Linux evangelists would suggest , or is there a middle ground?

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Most of what’s presented in this report comes from a research findings completed in April 2009 during which input was collected from 1,275,IT professionals. The majority of this, around 90% had an actual experience of the said OS being deployed in their field; business or home. Some are even IT managers, consultant and/or in a hands-on capacity.   A good cross section of organisation sizes was represented, and further details of the study sample are provided in Appendix A.

Talking about methodology, participants completed survey hosted on www.theregister.com based on mix of multiple choice and open questions, the latter allowing  respondents to express themselves freely in key areas. In terms of the questions themselves, the majority were concerened with activity in a business context, which apart from yielding the kind of contributions that we are looking into. This hide the dilution of business alike insights by pure hobbyists and enthusiasts who often have different point of view.

This case study was sponsored by International Business Machine(IBM), but was designed, put to action and analysed on an independent basis by Freedom Dynamics under its Community Research Programme.

CAVEAT: All of the data presented in this report is based on a sample which was deliberately slewed towards the desktop Linux  adopter community. While such concentrated experience is perfect for the purposes of this report, it is important  not to misinterpret any of the statistics as relating to the IT or Business population as generalized.

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The desktop Linux Discussion was not anymore new to us. It was since before that lot’s of people try to discuss and argue with.  Persons in the said discussion all have points and side being defended  and they all share same thoughts regarding this new OS.

Linux developer generally begin the discussion with the weakness of Windows and how their software use this as their strength. Typically the aspects that they pinpoint as their advantage with the latter OS was on security, stability, and cost.  Then they go on to evaluate the latter dominance in the world market and house as of the moment. No one could deny  the fact that Microsoft Windows was widely used by many; first to think and launched this innovation on computer, this maybe the reason why they are so preferred by many. But what is being oversee by this Windows User is how they where being a captive. Microsoft claim ownership for each user but  no one seems to notice this because it was being outshines by their enthusiasm to use this OS. Linus is the cure for this illness! Linux will pinpoint each of this details and we will hand it to you, in front of your bare yes. And we will make you realize the efforts that Linux was doing to help us. Linux is an open source which means you can integrate ; i should say this is the most superior benefits of this operating system: technical superiority and openness.

Microsoft seems to find diversionary tactic that will nut push user to migrate to this new OS, Desktop Linux. “Better the devil you know”; cost, time and disruption of switching is likely to be more trouble than it’s worth. Many of us to day don’t have the courage and we always back out once we encounter difficulties without thinking first if why is it happening, is it for good and could worsen the case and i think on this case;it’s for good. If to some, this is a disruption and waste of time and money well better think about the benefits that this OS can cater us. This is a lifetime achievement i should say and you can even integrate your own test and wants and make a new OS or software out of this platforms, isn’t wort it? I think 100% YES. we should take a little time for this change if we want to enjoy this benefits.

As i have mentioned earlier, this is already an aged- debate but this time it was for real already because the Vista of Windows was a BIG failure and lots of complains was coming to Microsoft and they are doing now was, they are working on fastest pace as they can to finish Windows 7 so they can introduce this thinking that can sure the wounds left by Vista. We also noticed that the user of Desktop Linux inclined so much and we view this as the effect of the latter problem by Windows.

To conclude this lengthy discussion, together with the wide backdrop of the economic crisis has brought the question of desktop way to the priority of people’s mind, and it is in this substantial context that it makes sense to revisit the Desktop Linux preposition and the practicalities associated with it.

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Rolling out Linux to Windows users, creative staff and highly mobile professionals can represent a challenge from a migration cost, requirements fulfillment and user satisfaction point of view. However, the needs of transaction workers and collective user which are the professional one. This are with lighter and more predictable requirements can be met cost-effectively with Linux without running into the same latter. With groups such as this typically refers for high degrees of the user field. There is a clear chance to deploy desktop Linux selectively. Making the most out of the desktop estate is therefore consider alike of being achieved through a mix of Windows and Linux in most situations.

User Friendly Desktop Linux

Those who already experienced Linux would prefer this than Windows because  the Desktop was so manageable and so user-friendly. No one would miss with this compared to the latter. The message here was so easy to get nce you comprehend and practice. Linux was far better to end user than they think in the first place. We all do email, installing software for our daily needs and office tools that we used and this Linux have it all, you don’t have to look for more because this is a package for you, thin client or browser based delivery and/or one of the various emulation or virtualization choices are all available.

Incontestable to almost all Use

In line with the knowledge importance of a good user experience, usability is now the most sought after this OS being offered as free. You can really save once you use Desktop Linux and this was so observed and no doubt about it, shifting the previous focus on pure technical consideration to a more balanced view of what really matters in a business field. This point of discussion was so important with our evaluation regarding with this operating system because this tackles the practical way which you will surely benefit.

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Microsoft Windows based desktop was so widely used and we can never deny this fact. This is widely seen in Business mainstream environment  for this is sometimes the default OS of all the computer being supplied. But their are other organizations and business firms that offer an alternatives for this widely adapted traits. They look for another OS that they can avail for free which doesn’t sacrifices the use of it. Linux was the best alternative for the later OS and this is 100% FREE of charge. Based on the candid ‘warts and all’ comments from over thousands of Linux User who practically adopt and shift.  Here is the practical approach of desktop Linux in a real world business context.

Survey Result

Shift to Desktop Linux was driven by Cost Reduction

Thousands of IT professionals joined, when they’re asked during the Online Survey regarding their experience with the latter OS, over 70% of respondents indicated cost reduction as the primary driver for adoption. Also the respondents are associated with business firms where the computer platform are using Linux.  Ease of securing the desktop because the appearance was so user-friendly. Low maintenance was also associated and high integration was also cited as support to the benefit.

Deployment was limited “Old die hard”

Based on the survey, almost 20% only was rolled out to Linux for all the computers in their office. This is due of extensive deployment which requires details of each unit. Some also of the users in the department was not so familiar with each features for they are with Windows. They take it as a burden adopting and getting to know with the software. They feel contented with the latter platform not anymore considering the price and save for this platform. It is so necessary to pay additional attention to detail since this is different. User acceptance and application compatibility was also seen.

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