I'm currently stuck on MicroFlaccid Casement 11 with loads of apps in my Program Files directory, and a lot of them won't work on Linux unless I reinstall them using WINE, which is a hassle since I don't have the original installers. While some applications, like Blender, have Linux versions available, others like Lockdown Browser are critical for me. I'm curious how I could run Lockdown Browser in WINE or Proton, or if I should consider using a hidden VM with QEMU. Honestly, I'd love to find a quick solution to transfer everything from Casement 11 to Linux without having to manually sift through the whole list. By the way, I really dislike MicroFlaccid for forcing an account login just to use my PC.
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Unfortunately, there’s no one-size-fits-all way to migrate everything automatically. If you dual boot, you might get a better sense of which apps work for you in Linux and which don’t. There might be alternatives or solutions for most of your needs if you take the time to check them out.
The big question here is whether you truly want to use Linux or just want a different version of Windows. If you’re looking for a Windows-like experience, that could lead to frustration. I ditched all MS software years ago and found it worth it, but I wasn't trying to find alternatives for everything.
You could try using a site like alternativeto.net. Make a list of what's in your Program Files and Program Files (x86) directories and see which apps you need. You can use PowerShell commands to create a text file of the programs you have, which might help you decide which ones to focus on.
I see you need Lockdown Browser. If it’s crucial for your exams, I’d recommend staying on Windows. It's a tough ask to get that running on Linux. I even borrowed a friend's laptop for my exams because it was near impossible to get the browser working on Linux.
If you rely heavily on those apps for work, switching to Linux might not be practical. You might want to look into alternatives instead of trying to replicate everything you have on Windows.
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