We propose a selection of Windows-style Linux distributions in case you want to change the operating system without abandoning the Microsoft design and interface.
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There are many reasons to change operating systems or to stick with the one you have. Its appearance, its operation, the compatible applications and games, its possibilities to be personalized by the user ... Or simply, because we are familiar with it and we do not want to change routines.
Indeed, many are reluctant to leave Windows for Linux despite the fact that Linux is free, has the support of large companies and millions of enthusiastic users, and you can customize it to your liking. And one of the reasons is its appearance. The solution? Try your luck with Linux distributions similar to Windows on the outside.
In reality, almost all current Linux looks like Windows. Or rather, Windows, Linux, and macOS desktops are practically identical. But there are Windows-style Linux distributions that stand out for their effort to look as much like Windows as possible. Let's look at several notable examples.
Linux Lite
Your home page says it all. A free operating system. Linux Lite was created to make the transition from Windows to Linux as smooth as possible. Hence, when you see the Linux Lite desktop you can move comfortably if you come from Windows.
This Windows-style Linux does not stop at the facade. It also offers familiar applications for Windows users like Skype, Steam, Kodi or Spotify **. This aspect is now very easy to achieve, since the most used apps are cross-platform, such as Google Chrome, LibreOffice or VLC Media Player.
Linux Lite is a generic Linux distribution that is updated with some frequency. It is based on Ubuntu and uses the XFCE desktop, so it performs very well on new and not-so-new computers. It only asks for 1.5 GHz of processor, 1 GB of RAM and 20 GB of disk space. If you have any questions, you can answer them in its official manual.
WindowsFX
You will find it difficult to differentiate WindowsFX from the Windows 10 desktop. This Windows-style Linux is one of the most recent projects of its kind and delivers what it promises. What's more, it allows you to run Windows programs through Wine if you can't find a free alternative.
In this Linux, everything is designed so that you do not notice the change from Windows to Linux. They have even incorporated a virtual assistant. Instead of Cortana, you will find the Helloa assistant, available in Brazilian and English and based on Google technology.
WindowsFX is based on Ubuntu and incorporates many changes and improvements. In addition to supporting Microsoft applications, you can run games and also VDI virtual desktops (VMware Horizon, Citrix Receiver, Remote Desktop ...).
Zorin OS
As its creators say, Zorin OS is an alternative to Windows and macOS designed to make your computer faster, more powerful, more secure, and respect your privacy. That is all the advantages of Linux with the appearance of Windows.
Another of its peculiarities is that it offers a Lite version for old or modest computers. Its requirements are 700 MHz of processor, 512 MB of RAM, and 8 GB of disk space. And for new equipment, you can use the Ultimate, Core, or Education versions.
With Zorin OS you can unleash your needs, run it on all kinds of devices, including touch screens, install all kinds of applications for Linux and enjoy its 20 pre-installed games.
Q4OS
Based on Debian Linux, Q4OS is another one of those Windows-like Linux distributions. On this occasion, its appearance is faithful to both Windows 7 or Windows 8 and Windows 10. It also has another theme that mimics Windows XP, for the most nostalgic. You choose.
This Windows-style Linux has the advantages of Debian: easy to install, automatic updates, application installer, a good catalog of apps, etc. And as usual, you can install or run it from a CD or USB.
Q4OS also has an installer for Windows. This way you will have both operating systems without danger to spoil the main operating system.
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