Linux Distros Designed for Former Windows Users Are Picking Up Steam

Posted by bob on Dec 7, 2025 6:54 AM EDT
Linux Journal; By George Whittaker
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For years, Windows users frustrated with constant changes, aggressive updates, and growing system bloat have flirted with switching to Linux. But 2025 marks a noticeable shift: a new generation of Linux distributions built specifically for ex-Windows users is gaining real traction. One of the standout examples is Bazzite, a gaming-optimized Fedora-based distro that has quickly become a go-to choice for people abandoning Windows in favor of a cleaner, more customizable experience.

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