The Bigger Picture: Windows Gets You In, Linux Gets You Paid
Send us a text 💻 Windows vs. Linux: Which Skills Pay More in IT? Most of us know Windows — it’s familiar, user-friendly, and still dominant in most IT shops. But Linux? That’s where the real money starts to show up — especially in cloud, DevOps, and cybersecurity. 🎯 In this episode, I break down: •The real pros of knowing Windows vs. Linux as an admin •Which one helps you get hired faster •Which one helps you earn more •How each OS shows up in different roles and industries •Pay comparison...
💻 Windows vs. Linux: Which Skills Pay More in IT?
Most of us know Windows — it’s familiar, user-friendly, and still dominant in most IT shops.
But Linux? That’s where the real money starts to show up — especially in cloud, DevOps, and cybersecurity.
🎯 In this episode, I break down:
•The real pros of knowing Windows vs. Linux as an admin
•Which one helps you get hired faster
•Which one helps you earn more
•How each OS shows up in different roles and industries
•Pay comparisons between entry-level and senior roles
👀 If you’re asking:
•“Do I really need to learn Linux?”
•“Is Windows still relevant?”
•“Which one makes me more valuable?”
This one’s for you.
🧠 Bottom line:
Windows gets you in the door — Linux helps you run the place.
👇 Drop a comment:
Which OS do you know better — and how has it helped in your IT journey?
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