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Switching to Linux? Type the Windows software you rely on and get honest, ranked replacements — with install commands, file compatibility and migration tips.
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Mozilla FirefoxFirefox is a free, open‑source web browser that runs on Windows, macOS, Linux and mobile platforms.VivaldiVivaldi is a Chromium‑based browser with deep UI customization and a built‑in email client.
OperaOpera is a cross‑platform browser with built‑in VPN and ad blocker.
Microsoft Internet ExplorerInternet Explorer was Microsoft's legacy web browser, discontinued in 2022, now replaced by modern browsers.Microsoft EdgeMicrosoft Edge is a Chromium-based web browser from Microsoft, now the default on Windows 11, offering…
Google ChromeGoogle Chrome is a widely used cross-platform browser based on the Chromium engine, available for Linux and…Epic Games LauncherThe Epic Games Launcher lets users download, install, and manage games from the Epic Games Store on Windows.BraveBrave is a privacy-focused Chromium-based browser that blocks ads and trackers by default and offers optional…DAZNDAZN is a web-based sports streaming service without a native Linux app, best accessed via modern browsers.Microsoft Edge (Legacy Collections, IE mode)Microsoft Edge with Legacy Collections and IE mode is a Windows-only browser for accessing old internal sites…GOG GalaxyGOG Galaxy aggregates games from multiple stores into one library with social features.
Netscape BrowserNetscape Navigator was the dominant early web browser, discontinued in 2008 after losing the first browser…Categories
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Select the Windows programs you use every day. We match each one with its best Linux replacement and give you a single command to install them all.
Most installed Linux apps this month
FirefoxFirefox is a fast, private web browser developed by Mozilla.Open sourceFreeFlatpak↓ 200k / month
Google ChromeGoogle Chrome is a proprietary, Chromium-based web browser for Linux that offers a familiar, fast browsing…FreeFlatpak↓ 169k / month
DiscordA cross-platform messaging, voice, and video client for communities, gaming, and casual hangouts.Flatpak↓ 166k / month
BraveBrave is a fast, privacy‑focused web browser that blocks ads and trackers by default and offers an optional…Open sourceFreeFlatpak↓ 161k / month
BottlesBottles runs Windows applications on Linux, managing them in isolated environments.Open sourceFreeFlatpak↓ 137k / month
SpotifySpotify is a proprietary online music streaming service allowing you to listen to millions of songs, create…Flatpak↓ 111k / month
VLCVLC is a free, open‑source multimedia player that handles virtually any audio or video format.Open sourceFreeFlatpak↓ 108k / month
darktabledarktable is a free, open‑source photo editor that manages raw files and offers a full non‑destructive…Open sourceFreeFlatpak↓ 107k / monthGuides
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PowerPoint for WebPowerPoint for Web is a browser-based tool for creating and editing slide presentations.Microsoft LoopMicrosoft Loop is a cloud‑based collaborative workspace for teams to create, share and reuse content in real…MiroMiro was a media player that streamed local and online video, managed playlists, and auto‑downloaded content…Epic Games StoreEpic Games Store is a Windows-focused game launcher and storefront that offers free weekly games and a…Power BI DesktopPower BI Desktop is a Windows-only tool for creating interactive dashboards and analyzing business data.Razer SynapseRazer Synapse is Windows-only software for configuring Razer gaming peripherals, including lighting, buttons…
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- Compare real alternatives
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- Install in one command
Copy the Flatpak, apt, dnf or pacman command for your distribution.