Oh yeah, a live boot from a USB is a very good test … so they can try it out before making the leap. Better still, install it on a second partition … then they still have access to their Win install.

Consider joining the tens of thousands of people who’ve moved on to Linux Mint Cinnamon in the past year.

I’ve used Mint since for a dozen years, and have -never- learned to compile a program. Mint’s software manager will display the thousands of wares (by category) and install (and even start) them for you. The updates manager makes sure you get all you need … when you feel like it.

P.S. I built my first computer in 1978. I use Linux by choice.

Got rid of Vista, installed Mint in 2012. Never a single regret. I am so good at Mint now, it’s hard to be humble.

Next time, install Cinnamon Mint !