Comment by miningape

> If you don’t provide the context, Linux is not empowering- it is just a windows that works less

Couldn't agree more - Linux can be a great way to get into computing. But only if done in the right way. Arguably for an older kid / teenager (boys usually) it's important to have access to the same games your friends are playing, otherwise you start to become naturally excluded from lunch table talk.

Of course it still depends if the kid is a social butterfly etc., but parents should understand this.