Why hackers moved from Windows 11 to Linux Mint
1 hacker described this switch in public comments. Their words, with links to the originals.
What hackers said about the move
“Switched from Windows 11. My work system is a Mac. I just love how the Linux gets out of the way, everything just works, UI much better and consistent than Windows.”hobo123, 2026-09-23original comment ↗
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Windows 11 vs Linux Mint
| Windows 11 | Linux Mint | |
|---|---|---|
| Hackers who recommend | 0 | 1 |
| Hackers who criticize | 3 | 0 |
| Moved away from it | 1 | 0 |
| Moved to it | 0 | 1 |
Counts are distinct hackers in the sampled comments, not market share.
Criticism of Windows 11
“The fact that Win 11 is no longer just an easy and hands-off solution that "just works" but is bloated with dark patterns and "AI" bullshit certainly helped cement the…”read full quote
“The fact that Win 11 is no longer just an easy and hands-off solution that "just works" but is bloated with dark patterns and "AI" bullshit certainly helped cement the decision.”
“Windows 11 was a different story - I'd find it dead after a day or two of sleeping.”accrual, 2026-03-07original comment ↗
Praise for Linux Mint
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