Operating System Is For You? — Which
Built by Google, this is essentially a web browser acting as an operating system.
Steeper learning curve, some major software (like Adobe Creative Cloud or MS Office) won't run natively. ChromeOS: The Casual Surfer Which Operating System is For You?
(e.g., budget-friendly, mid-range, or "money is no object") Built by Google, this is essentially a web
Linux isn't one OS, but many "distributions" (like Ubuntu, Fedora, or Mint). It is open-source and highly customizable. Built by Google
Completely free, very secure, no forced tracking, and uses very few system resources.
Very limited offline capabilities and cannot run heavy desktop software.
Video editors, graphic designers, students, and anyone already in the iPhone/iPad ecosystem.