A credible ARM response will probably come in about 1-2 years from Intel/AMD/Qualcomm/etc. This is the second major opportunity for Linux to make an actual pus

A credible ARM response will probably come in about 1-2 years from Intel/AMD/Qualcomm/etc. This is the second major opportunity for Linux to make an actual push onto the desktop. Windows 8/10's abhorrent design was left at the roadside, but arguably there was no motivation from big backers to get Linux up to par on desktop. This time may be different. Why would AMD/Intel/Qualcomm wait/hope/gamble that Microsoft executes the transition? Especially given the major shortcomings in UI? The architecture transition will destroy Microsoft's compatibility advantage. Why not hedge with a really well supported Linux Desktop alternative they personally/collectively fund and push... personally I think that's corporate malfeasance given the scale of revenue to not pursue. Or a BeOS. The architecture switch will probably limit the hardware that needs support. A linux-based or at least OSS_based x86 emulation somewhat on par with Rosetta will be a critical component as well.