Never fear Linux

Many people have no confidence in learning how to use any Linux distro but as many who have bought netbooks have seen, it’s not all bad really. Linpus, Ubuntu UMPC and other such distros are making it easier for anyone to pick up a computer with Linux running on it.

What’s with this no fear attitude?

It’s the same thing as you picking up a Windows-powered machine. Think of it as you being a newbie of Windows. It’s just that chances are, you’ve been quite well-acquainted with Windows by now that you don’t really remember what it was like the first time you used it. Now can you relate better? I hope so. I am just reminding you of the good old days when you were just starting out with Windows and now you’re trying to learn a different operating system’s user interface.

It’s just a matter of learning

No matter what Linux distro you are using, it’s a matter of you learning it wholeheartedly. You might hit some snags along the way, maybe printer sharing problems or wireless internet issues, but the thing is that you shouldn’t just give it all up. You still have time if you give it a chance. And a new thing learned gives you enough edge over others who probably don’t have the skill. It will probably come in handy not just for your personal needs but probably for work too. It might also give you an unforeseen opportunity in the future, just you wait and see.

Still afraid?

Then just take the plunge. It might do a lot of wonders for you: removing your fear because you’re going to experience something great.

tags: linux, attitude, social, culture, learning