# Top reasons why I like Linux based OSes(and some cons)

- It's open source "as in free speech"
- Does not spy on you
- Does not have advertisement code built in
- It's customizable
- It can be minimal enough, or fully loaded with apps and tools
- Almost all area of productivity and entertainment are covered
- Hardware drivers are built in the kernel (mostly, and mostly work)
- It's also free of charge (except some specific distributions)
- It can be stable and does not enforce update on you
- It's not for everybody, but could be made for anybody's needs
- Works well on old hardware
- Current world (Internet and digital spaces) wouldn't exist without it
- Generally, you have the freedom to choose and are not forced by a company to "like" their style and methods
- Many graphical interfaces to choose from
- Many distributions to choose from

I'm sure there are more reasons I like Linux for, but here are some cons:
- Many distributions to choose from (yes, that could be confusing because there is no easy way to find which distribution is suitable for who)
- No incentive for critical businesses (such as banks) to develop and support (open source) apps for it

I can live with any other inconveniences.