If you are still in doubt if it's wise to switch from Windows to Linux, you should have a look at the recently published list with "25 Linux tips for Windows switchers"

According to TechRadar UK the experience of switching to Linux doesn't have to be a traumatic one.

Here are 25 things you need to know that will make your transition to an open source OS easy.

The basics:

1. What's a distribution?
2. How are they different?
3. Which distribution should I choose?
4. Understand desktop environments
5. Which is best for Windows' switchers?

Installation:

6. Live CDs
7. Look elsewhere
8. Putting Linux on your PC
9. Keep the Windows open

Finding your way around:

10. Getting to grips with the file system
11. Stay in your Home
12. Understanding Root
13. Become a superuser
14. Don't be afraid of the terminal
15. Open file manager as Root
16. Installing new programs
17. Learn about repositories
18. Don't always update

Troubleshooting:

19. Fix display problems
20. Manually installing drivers
21. Drivers or programs don't work?
22. Recovery mode
23. Look before you ask
24. Keep notes
25. Get Wine


With these tips & an easy to use Linux Distribution like Ubuntu, or SUSE you will notice Linux is quite easy to use & does forfill your (computer) needs...

Look here for the complete article on TechRadar UK.