The 6 Linux distros I expect to rule 2026 - as someone who's tested hundreds of them

Which Linux distributions will rise above the competition in 2026 to dethrone the old guard? Here are my picks.
XDA Developers on MSN

SteamOS proved the Linux desktop doesn't need to look like Windows to succeed

Desktop only when one's needed.
PCMagOpinion

I Replaced Windows 11 With Linux Mint. Here Are 7 Things It Does Much Better

Interface elements in Windows 11, such as the Start menu and Settings app, have become increasingly cluttered in recent OS ...
How-To Geek on MSN

I only recommend these 3 Linux distros for dual booting with Windows

Give each OS a real job—three Linux distros that actually make dual booting worthwhile.
GitHub

An image viewer for displaying High Dynamic Range (HDR) images on Linux systems.

HDR Image Viewer is an application for viewing HDR images with accurate color reproduction on Linux. It supports multiple image formats in the HDR color encoding BT.2020 PQ/ST.2084 as well as SDR and ...
PC Gamer

I'm brave enough to say it: Linux is good now, and if you want to feel like you actually own your PC, make 2026 the year of Linux on (your) desktop

I'm all-in, baby. I'm committed. If upgrading any distinct component of my PC didn't require me taking out a loan right now, I'd be seriously considering switching my GPU over to some kind of AMD ...