Windows loses market to Mac and Linux

DesktopLinux.com survey based on US computer sales data shows Windows is losing market share to Mac and Linux. The timing makes sense, considering it’s been a difficult year for Microsoft with Windows Vista facing performance criticism and compatibility problems.

Mac OS X gains ground with more elegant interface and superior stability, especially in creative sectors. Linux grows in technical niches, taking advantage of free cost and open source philosophy. This scenario forces Microsoft to rethink strategies and accelerates innovation in the operating systems market as a whole.