Since I started covering Linux and open source technology in the late 1990s, my goal has been to help make the operating system easier to understand and use. One part of that gig is finding Linux distributions perfectly suited for those looking to jump from Windows but who don't want to deal with an unfamiliar UI. That quest has led me down some less than trustworthy paths, resulting in Linux distributions that could steal data and other nefarious schemes . Fortunately, most Linux...
