Grats to Linux users getting the Steam platform, I hope it isn't short lived however.
I've "thought" about switching from Windows to Linux ... but as a true gamer I'd have to be insane to ever consider it!
I understand the benefits of free and opensource software, but in my personal life and as an IT professional, I keep Linux at arms reach and only use it if I absolutely have to.
I'm not saying Linux is bad, but what's the point in using Linux and Mac OSX on a home gaming computer if 90% of the games produced don't work on them? (or don't work very well.)
For the same reasons I keep Linux and Mac OSX away from my company, There isn't anything that Linux of Mac OSX can do that a Windows machine can't. and having to support 2 or 3 OS's is just not worth it. different software versions for each OS, different teething problems, different compatibility issues, etc.
It's the same reason why I keep Blackberries out of the office, just don't need the hassle of an ageing outdated OS that can't even hook into Exchange properly.
and yes I have used many different Linux distributions and Mac, (I still hate Macs). Linux is a fun piece of software to play around with, explore and learn about, but as far as I'm concerned, that's all it is for me. I think the only thing I've ever really liked about Linux is the apache web server, and that's only because .htaccess files are really easy to use compared to Windows IIS's equivalent..
MS aren't without their flaws however, I'm not blind! - I HATE windows 8 more than I dislike linux/mac, and I think MS have completely dropped the ball with their latest version of windows. Making Win server 2013 follow the same design of removing the task bar also completely baffles me!? So I think I'll be sticking with my favourite OS for a few more years to come yet, Windows 7.
I guess you can call me a Windows Fan, but I am with good reason!
This isn't a flame post, it's an honest opinion.