• the16bitgamer@programming.dev
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    4 hours ago

    Zorin pro was the main reason I never stuck with Zorin OS however while they heavily advertise that the price is for the software. I think the real cost comes with “installation support”.

    For many first time users, having support help with an install is a necessity and they will pay for it. See Geek Squad as an excellent example.

    Plus having a preconfigured Linux experience is good for these users.

    • u_u@lemmy.dbzer0.com
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      3 hours ago

      Nice perspective. I had a wtf moment reading they charge for Gimp etc, but I imagine some casual PC users installing linux would rather pays for the convenience than troubleshoots.