Top 10 uses Of LINUX you don't know

Even if you're a Windows (or Mac) user, knowing how to use Linux is a valuable skill , and it can run a bunch of awesome things in your home—even if it isn't your main desktop OS. Here are 10 ways you can use Linux even if you're not ready to go full Ubuntu. 10. Troubleshoot Other Computers You don't even need to install Linux on a box to make it useful—all you need is a solid live CD. Just boot from the CD and you can grab any files from the hard drive, even if the computer won't boot or you've forgotten your password . Linux can even help if you accidentally formatted your entire drive . Of course, not all system rescue discs are Linux—and there are a lot of good ones out there —but a bit of basic Linux knowledge can turn you into a troubleshooting expert. 9. Make a Chromebook More Useful You'd be surprised how much you can get done in Chrome OS. There are a lot of great Chrome apps out there for editin...