Yadullah Abidi \/ MakeUseOf "" data-is-feature-img="true"> Credit:  Yadullah Abidi / MakeUseOf Published Apr 29, 2026, 3:30 PM EDT Pankil is a Civil Engineer turned freelance writer from Ahmedabad, India. As a long-time Windows and Android user, he has extensive knowledge of both operating systems and specializes in creating how-tos and troubleshooting guides.    Pankil has been writing about Windows, Android, and iOS since 2021. He has written over 1200 articles across reputable publications like MakeUseOf, GuidingTech , and TechWiser .   Outside of his writing endeavors, Pankil is an avid football fan and loves to plan his international travels with his wife in his free time. Linux has always carried a certain reputation. Most people still associate it with developers, command lines, and endless compatibility issues, enough to scare away the average user before they even try it. As a lifelong Windows user, I avoided it for that exact image.…