Ethereum Co-founder Suggests Linux as Solution to Musk's Microsoft Windows Frustrations
Summary:
Ethereum co-founder, Vitalik Buterin, has suggested open-source operating system Linux as a solution to Elon Musk's grievances with Microsoft Windows OS. This comes after Musk voiced his frustration about needing a Microsoft account just to install Windows OS on his new computer. While some support Buterin's Linux suggestion, others doubt its suitability for Musk, particularly for gaming purposes. Musk had also voiced his dissatisfaction with the complexity of running Windows without a Microsoft account.
Co-founder of Ethereum, Vitalik Buterin, advocates that Linux, an open-source operating system (OS), might solve Elon Musk's issues with Microsoft Windows OS. His suggestion was made in response to Musk's frustration about being unable to install Windows on his new computer without creating a Microsoft account, encouraging the SpaceX CEO to consider joining the Linux desktop community. Like Windows, iOS, and MacOS, Linux is an OS. However, it sets itself apart by being open-source. First introduced to the world in 1991, Linux has since gained a dedicated set of users. In addition to this, Linux is the powerhouse behind the highly popular Android smartphone OS.
Open-source software differentiates itself by making its source code accessible for anyone to inspect, refine or enhance. When developers have the opportunity to delve into the underlying source code of software, they can amplify its capabilities by fixing bugs or adding new features. This is likely why Buterin, who is known for supporting open-source initiatives, didn't surprise many users with his suggestion on X platform. However, others were quick to point out that perhaps Linux might not be the ideal choice for Musk as his PC usage would primarily be for gaming.
"Musk I haven't used Linux in a while; it's fantastic for software development, but I'm unsure about its gaming capabilities." tweeted Amol Jadhav (@amoljadhav00) on February 27, 2024.
Earlier, on February 26, Musk took to X platform expressing his dissatisfaction with not being able to operate his Windows laptop without a Microsoft account, reminiscing about the times when signing in or creating a Microsoft account was optional. In response, some X platform users countered that it was still possible to run Windows without a Microsoft account, resulting in a note to the community being added to Musk's post. However, Musk refuted that claim asserting that the previously available option was no longer accessible. This triggered another note in response explaining the possibility still remains albeit in a more convoluted manner that might escape the understanding of a non-tech savvy individual.
Musk was dismayed with the complexity associated with the workaround solution presented in the comments of X. Musk believes the workaround shouldn't be this complicated, asserting "Community Notes is failing here. This option no longer exists." he tweeted on February 25, 2024. The Tesla CEO's tweet was accompanied by a screenshot where the option to skip the account login was no longer present.
Published At
2/27/2024 11:13:47 AM
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