Comment by m4rtink

Yeah, a modern Linux distro can satisfy the needs of a "regular" user just fine - an up to date web browser and maybe an email client and all is fine.

Yet at the same time it makes it possible for the user to "grow" and make use of more advanced features of the system for creative endeavors.

On the other hand on a locked down mobile device or chromebook, there is not really any room to grow and be creative, it's only good for consuming content.