The answer is circular, just like the Linux problem. For a long time now, the famous operating system that powers almost all web servers, the cloud, and all supercomputers doesn't seem to be the main choice for millions of users. Why? Linux is not being adopted because of the lack of adoption. It's a circular problem. Linux needs more commercial applications, but commercial vendors won't develop their software for Linux unless it gains a larger market share. The Linux community needs more drivers from hardware vendors, but hardware companies don't spend money on developing drivers for Linux because there isn't much demand. The Linux community would grow significantly if the market had more computers with Linux preinstalled, but again, that's not going to happen until more consumers demand it. Linux has made great progress in the last ten years, and even more so in the last five. But the road is long. But why isn't Linux being adopted? Because there are many who are happy with the operating system they are currently using, and as we know, the unknown scares. The operating system (Windows for the most part) works perfectly (?) and the main thing is that they are used to it. Let's mention that most of them have paid for it. So there is no reason to change. The other big obstacle is applications. For average home users, Linux has most of the programs they need. Applications for email and Web browsing, CD burning, USB writing, word processing and spreadsheets. Linux has games, and great games at that. But it does not have big games. It does not have exclusivity on big game names, and this is because these games and in general big applications are not designed to run on Linux or even with WINE. Why? As in any commercial transaction, the law of supply and demand applies here . So a very important question right now might be: How can I support the operating system and help the community grow? There are many options. For example, you can buy hardware that is compatible with Linux whenever possible. When you buy new computers, ask the store for Linux computers or ones that don't come with an operating system preinstalled. If they don't, tell them you'll buy from somewhere else. When you see a game you like, ask the developers if they have a Linux port. All of the above is aimed at people outside the free software community, but there's a lot that can be improved within the community as well. Take the time to report any bugs, write documentation for projects that ask for help, donate money to useful projects, and submit feature requests that you'd like to see on your system. In short, if you want to see Linux adopted more widely, it's important to get involved, both inside and outside the community. ________________________
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