[rightbyte]

When you buy a computer, or get one from work, it is preloaded with Windows.

Windows is essentially "free", as in for most people there is no savings from not using Windows, like it is i.e. if you build your desktop your self.

Linux is compeeting with effectivly mandatory prepaid Windows installs.

[AnIdiotOnTheNet]

I paid for it, and I didn't have to. I chose it because it works better.

[moistbar]

> Linux is compeeting with effectivly mandatory prepaid Windows installs.

You can get your money back if you don't plan on using the license.

https://www.linux.com/news/how-get-windows-tax-refund/

[rvieira]

French courts disagree: https://www.pcworld.com/article/249340/lenovo_ordered_to_pay...