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From their website:

We believe privacy is a fundamental human right. That's why Zorin OS doesn't collect personal data, so advertisers and governments can't spy on your activity. Zorin OS is Open Source, so anyone can audit its source code to verify its privacy.

From their website: > We believe privacy is a fundamental human right. That's why Zorin OS doesn't collect personal data, so advertisers and governments can't spy on your activity. Zorin OS is Open Source, so anyone can audit its source code to verify its privacy.
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Really suspicious all the attention ZorinOS is getting lately.

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Code is open source and it's been scrutinised.

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Not so much the code I find suspicious, but the number of Tech Youtubers that have suddenly decided to start promoting it as a Windows alternative.

Normally whenever something happens to drive a call to make the switch, they focus on Mint, or some SteamOS derivative.

This time around, it is all ZorinOS. I just found that odd.

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Probably because its UI has several themes that are polished and give the look and feel of Operating Systems people are familiar with. It might help doing a smooth transition.

Most people only use a computer to play games, browse the web or type documents. The OS doesn't matter to them as long as it doesn't interfere and prevent them from doing what they want and doesn't spy on them.

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Thanks for the tip. Using Ubuntu right now. Have you tried it out? Found any pitfalls?

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I just tried it. The UI is pretty clean and fast.

Themes are only available with the Pro version. They could have added them with a timer that reverts to the original, so you can try them before deciding to pay for it.

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LMDE is better

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Better in term of what?

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Not being based on jubuntu.

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Zorin sounds like a jew name.

I know it's open source but it's suspicious.

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The surname Zorin has primarily Slavic origins, derived from the word zorya or zor, meaning "dawn" or "light," symbolizing new beginnings or enlightenment. It often originated in Eastern Europe (Russia, Belarus, Ukraine) as a nature-based surname. The name is also associated with the Russian word for "eye" or "sight" and can signify "golden" or "brave".

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TIL. Thank you. Seems like it could still maybe be jew, but maybe my suspicions are lightened a bit.