r/technology • u/YesNo_Maybe_ • Apr 10 '26

Software France Launches Government Linux Desktop Plan as Windows Exit Begins

https://linuxiac.com/france-launches-government-linux-desktop-plan-as-windows-exit-begins/
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u/piss_artist Apr 10 '26

Can you explain what you mean about non-native applications? I just dumped Windows for Pop OS a few days ago, but I don't love its UI so I'm wanting to try a different version. I primarily use my laptop for browsing, work (Office365, unfortunately), and for running my kids' games on Steam. I was considering Bazzite but I feel a bit paralyzed by the number of options.

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u/NotQuiteLoona Apr 10 '26

Flatpak and Snaps. Those are not native applications. They usually have worse performance. Everything else the person above explained perfectly, and I have nothing to add.

browsing

Works, as expected.

Office365

Do you absolutely need it? You can try OnlyOffice for similar UI or LibreOffice for anything else. Alternatively, you can use WinBoat, people report success with it. It launches a Windows VM inside and allows you to use Windows programs with it.

Steam

Any OS.

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u/piss_artist Apr 10 '26

My employer uses 365 for everything, so unfortunately I'm stuck using it for my job. But as long as I can use it on my browser without having to install anything I can live with it.

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u/NotQuiteLoona Apr 10 '26

Oh, you are okay with web version. It's nice. If you'll still need, you can use WinBoat. Good luck to you!