In this episode of the Leanpub Podcast, Len Epp interviews Jay LaCroix, creator of Learn Linux TV and author of Switching to Linux: A Practical Guide for Windows and Mac Users. Jay shares the story of how he discovered Linux, built one of YouTube’s largest Linux education communities, and wrote a practical guide to help newcomers make the transition from Windows or macOS with confidence. Drawing on more than two decades of professional Linux experience, he explains why Linux has never been more accessible and practical for everyday users.The conversation explores how to choose the right Linux distribution, what new users should expect during the transition, hardware compatibility, gaming on Linux, the role of the terminal, and the misconceptions that often discourage people from making the switch. Len and Jay also discuss AI, open source software, content creation, and why learning Linux remains a valuable skill for developers, IT professionals, and curious computer users alike.Whether you’re considering Linux for the first time or looking to deepen your understanding of the open source ecosystem, this episode offers practical advice, encouraging stories, and a realistic look at what modern Linux has to offer.This interview was recorded on July 2, 2026.The full audio for the interview is here: https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/leanpub_podcasts/335-Jay+LaCroix-2026-07-02.mp3. The Leanpub Podcast is available on our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/leanpub, in Apple Podcasts here https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/Leanpub/id517117137, and almost everywhere else people listen to podcasts.