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New to Linux and confused about software? In this video, we set clear expectations about software on Linux — before frustration sets in.

Welcome to Matching Brackets. I’m Joe, and in this video we talk honestly about one of the biggest surprises for people new to Linux: you can’t use the same proprietary software you may be used to, like Microsoft Office or Adobe Photoshop.

For many newcomers, this comes as a shock — and it’s one of the main reasons people abandon Linux early on. But the reality is more nuanced. Linux offers powerful free and open-source alternatives that can produce the same results. The challenge isn’t capability — it’s learning something new.

This video is about setting realistic expectations, understanding the Linux software ecosystem, and approaching the switch with the right mindset.

📌 Topics covered in this video:

Why some popular proprietary apps aren’t available on Linux
Open-source alternatives to Microsoft Office and Adobe software
Adjusting your workflow when switching to Linux
Why learning new tools is part of the Linux experience
How Linux software compares in real-world use

If you’re thinking about switching to Linux — or already have and feel stuck — this video will help you understand what to expect and how to move forward.

SOFTWARE MENTIONED WITH LINKS:

OFFICE SUITES:
Libreoffice (https://www.libreoffice.org/)
OnlyOffice (https://www.onlyoffice.com/)

CREATIVE SUITE SOFTWARE:
GIMP (https://www.gimp.org/)
Inkscape (https://inkscape.org/)
Scribus (https://www.scribus.net/)
Shotcut (https://www.shotcut.org/)
Kdenlive (https://kdenlive.org/)
DaVinci Resolve (https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/prod...)

SPECIALTY SOFTWARE
FreeCAD (https://www.freecad.org/)
Homebank (https://www.gethomebank.org/en/index.php)
GNUCash (https://www.gnucash.org/)

WEB BROWSERS:
Firefox (https://www.firefox.com/en-US/)
Chrome (https://www.google.com/chrome/)
Edge (https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/edge/...)
Brave (https://brave.com/)
Vivaldi (https://vivaldi.com/)
LibreWolf (https://librewolf.net/)
TOR Browser (https://www.torproject.org/)