You sound just like a typical couch expert. Never tried it yourself, but have strong opinion. Linux support is completely different than Windows. First is - you can continue using older versions without forced "up"-grades or diminished functionality. Second - support actually works, when you ask for anything, you get actual help with references and explanations, not just "Thanks for contacting Microsoft support, I am tripple cosmic certified expert John Doe. Have you tried reinstalling Windows? Solved, Closed. I am such a tool!".