Vitalik Buterin, the co-founder of Ethereum, has suggested that Elon Musk should consider using the open-source operating system Linux as a solution to his Microsoft Windows OS issues. Buterin extended an invitation to Musk to join the desktop Linux community after Musk expressed frustration with the requirement of a Microsoft account to install Windows OS on his new computer.
Linux, like Windows, iOS, and macOS, is an operating system, but it distinguishes itself by being open-source. The Linux OS was initially launched in September 1991 and has since gained a dedicated user base. The popular mobile OS Android is powered by the Linux OS.
Open-source software allows programmers to access, modify, and improve the source code of a computer program. This enables them to add new features and fix any issues present.
Buterin’s endorsement of open-source software comes as no surprise, given his strong support for it. Many users on the platform X praised Buterin for promoting open-source software, but some also noted that Linux may not be the best choice for Musk, considering his primary use of the computer for gaming.
On February 26, Musk shared on X that he was unable to use his laptop with Windows OS without a Microsoft account. He mentioned that there used to be an option to skip signing in or creating a Microsoft account. Several users on the platform confirmed that it is still possible to use Windows OS without a Microsoft account, leading to a community note being added to Musk’s tweet. Musk responded, stating that the option is no longer available. Another note explained that the option still exists but is more complex than in Windows 10, requiring some tricky workarounds.
Users on X provided detailed instructions on navigating the complex workaround process, but Musk believes that the process should be simpler.
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