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5 Reasons Why Desktop Linux Is Finally Growing In Popularity

ZDNET, Tuesday, March 5th, 2024

StatCounter reported that desktop Linux reached over 4% market share for the first time. I've used Linux for years. Here's why I think it's finally catching on with more people.

For years now, the most popular end-user operating worldwide has been Linux. Or, to be more precise, it's Android. According to the Irish analysis site Statcounter's most recent numbers, Android had 43.74% of the market in February 2024, followed by Windows with 27.39%. On the desktop, as it's been for decades, Windows is still the champ. Recently, though, desktop Linux has crawled up to 4.03%.

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