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Re: Thinking about moving to Linux permanently, should I keep my Windows

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> I've wanted to switch to Linux for years but one thing keeps stopping 
> me: all my stuff is still on Windows.

It all depends on how many machines you have. As long as *ONE* of your
machines can run actual Windows you're good. All the rest of the machines
can run a Virtual Windows on those very odd occasions when your need some
specific software.

I keep ONE Windows machine available because of hardware issues with guest
virtual machine, (usually hassles with iPhone access).  And that is a
Windows 10 machine.  All the machines that came with Windows 11 have been
scrubbed.

All the rest run just pure Linux, not even any Windows partitions or
filesystems.


Regards,

Jack
-- 
90% of people who are bald still own a comb.
They just can't part with it.

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