content: Is running Linux worth it when you need windows for other functions? Hey guys, Im not all that knowledgeable on linux, and I had some questions I figured you all could answer. Basically I need to run windows on my PC for several things; mainly for office (open or libre office is not an option), gaming and for any corporate banking I may need (wont work on anything other than a pc with IE running windows).  I despise windows for obvious reasons but im tied into their system too much to just move to Linux entirely. Given these needs do you guys think its worth the effort to set up my mainboot as a Linux distro and windows as a secondary boot when I need it? a And if yes, then which distro/GUI combo would you recommend for someone whos fairly tech savvy but new to Linux?