In response to yesterday’s post about the real reasons why we use Linux, a number of readers responded with their own reasons for using Linux. Below are some of the most common reasons that were mentioned in the comments.

• Compiz Fusion While other operating systems have some eye candy and desktop effects, most of them require fancy graphics hardware. Not Compiz Fusion, though. Compiz can be run even on four year old hardware.
• Easy Installation/Update of Software Unlike other systems, Linux handles the installation and updating almost completely seamlessly, rather than opening tons of different update boxes and making you search for every piece of software online.
• No EULA or Activation One of the indirect benefits of most open-source software is that it does not come with a EULA or any complicated activation. Believe me, having to call Microsoft and ask them to reactive your license is not fun.

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