While this is true, the casual user of a Linux system (Not the same thing as what is being discussed in the article) can use a Linux system effectively without ever having to touch the CLI.
Once you get use to the power of command line you’ll never go back. I was a UNIX admin and coder from the beginning of the original ATT Unix. I love command line still. Even on my apple laptop I use command line many times a week.
“can use a Linux system effectively without ever having to touch the CLI.”
There are many things that pop-up where you need the CLI.
I find the strangest problems like HP laptops that can’t
talk to my WiFi AP because of the HP chipset.
It is not that hard.
But I have a degree in computer science.
As a basic desktop PC, I started using it right away. Took me a few years to come up with my collection of favorite programs since there are options and all free.
“While this is true, the casual user of a Linux system (Not the same thing as what is being discussed in the article) can use a Linux system effectively without ever having to touch the CLI.”
Thank you sir. I really really really do appreciate you adding this... :)
I showed Mrs. Pete a few things on the desktop and she has pretty much transitioned to a Linux Mint desktop from Windows without any problem. Of course about all she does is write letters, use the calender, and surf the web with Firefox. Still, for most retired people that' pretty much all they need.