Linux is actually running on more devices than Windows is - just most of them are servers in a data centre so you'll never see them. Only ~4% of 'normal' computers are running Linux ^[1].

Why? To use an analogy: most people who have Air Conditioning like it - they sit there smug on hot days while everyone else is sweltering; its a great thing. Why doesn't everyone have it - because houses aren't usually built with it and people can't be bothered to learn about it or invest the money and time into having it installed.

The same is true with Laptops; Windows comes pre-installed and while switching to Linux is quick and easy, it requires doing something most that people have never done before and don't know is possible.

Of course, AirCon can put your electricity bills up and Linux has its trade-offs too but when Microsoft starts pulling the plug, its us Linux users who are relaxing in the cool!

One of the most confusing things for newcomers is the fact that 'Linux' isn't a single thing. In fact, its more like a family of different operating systems that have a lot in common. There are literally hundreds of different Linux-based operating systems which can overwhelm people with too much choice.

To the average user, they'll all perform pretty much identical to one another. We've selected one specific choice to promote, Fedora; which is one of the most used, best supported choices out there that will feel familiar to Windows users.

Absolutely nothing! Linux is completely Free, made available to everyone for the benefit of everyone. The events are being run by volunteers who have generously given up their time to share their experience and belief in a world beyond Windows.
If you do want to make a financial contribution as a thank you, the Fedora project accepts donations. Remember, huge portions of the system is developed by volunteers or funded entirely through donations; they need your support more than we do.

No, if you've got a desktop PC running Windows then you too can make the switch. Of course, we can't come to your room to sit with you, you'd have to bring it out to our cafe or have a go at the installation process yourself!
If you have an older MacBook that has an Intel processor (pre 2021) then you too are about to have the rug pulled from underneath you as Apple ceases support for those device. Linux works on MacBooks too!