As a Computer Science student in Pakistan, I always thought Windows was the only option . It came pre-installed, supported Microsoft apps, and felt familiar. But when I started programming seriously, I ran into problems. crashes, slow updates, and lack of control. That’s when I discovered Linux specifically Ubuntu . It was a game-changer. What Is Linux? Linux is a free, open-source operating system kernel used in distributions like Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora, and Arch. Unlike Windows or macOS, Linux gives you full control over your system. You can customize, automate, and optimize everything and best of all, it’s free . Why I Use Linux (And Why You Should Too) 1. It’s Perfect for Programmers Whether you're coding in C++ , Python , or Java , Linux supports all major compilers and libraries out of the box. I installed g++ , set up Python environments, and even compiled my own code faster than on Windows. sudo apt install g++ The ...