I agree with Graham. macOS just works better, assuming you can afford a new Apple computer every five years or so. With over 45,000 available applications, it makes everything easier, publishing books, writing software, managing snapshots, backups, even making money, whether through trading software or creative work.
People often turn to open-source software because they can’t afford better tools or because they see it as a hobby. But relying on free software can keep you poor. Open-source alternatives often demand extra effort, configuring, troubleshooting, working around missing features. That’s time not spent earning. A freelancer using open-source design software may struggle with compatibility, making collaboration harder. A developer avoiding paid tools may waste hours fixing things instead of shipping projects. Even in finance, proprietary trading platforms often have better data and automation, giving their users an edge.
As the saying goes, “you’re the average of your five best friends.” If the people around you value efficiency and results, they invest in the right tools. Maybe that’s worth considering.
