[Accacin]

But I can't do these things on Windows 10 either, I tried to put all my installed software on D: and when I had an update I was unable to install it because Windows couldn't work out where my stuff was which required a reinstall to install the update. Now I have to manually enter 'D' prefix on all installations, and that's for software that actually lets me!

The Linux package managers aren't perfect, but overall offer more flexibility for what I personally need.

[AnIdiotOnTheNet]

Unfortunately Microsoft has embraced hardcoding paths for their own software. However, I've found that the vast majority of Windows applications already are or can easily be made portable. Updating them is a bit more manual, but that's a tradeoff I'll make every time. After all, you never know when an update to your mail client will suddenly introduce ads.