Living (and dying) with Linux in the workplace

A Windows power user gives Linux a fair trial as her primary operating system at work. Does the open-source OS have what it takes to make her switch for good?

This is well worth a read as a genuinely balanced opinion of Linux approached with an open mind. The conclusion that Linux represents a greater challenge for the Windows power user than beginner surprised me at first but makes a lot of sense. Power users tend to have refined the way they use their operating system of choice and it can be hard to adjust to change, not least because of the time needed to make the adjustment. Regarding Linux in the workplace it also makes the valid point that the success of switching depends as much on what the systems department allows and is willing to support.