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Linux is an open source operating system with countless programs and tools. Among them are renowned applications that give access to the most popular services. If you have just installed a distribution, or if you are thinking of doing so, this article is for you. Below we list the most popular apps for Windows and on MacOS, also available for Linux
Spotify
The popular streaming music service has a fully functional client available for Linux. As usual with other operating systems, you can manage your library, create playlists, and play millions of songs. However, keep in mind that music downloads are not available, so you will always depend on your Internet connection. You can use Spotify for Linux with a free or paid account.
Download | Spotify
Slack
Slack is the collaborative tool that many work teams use to organize, communicate, and share data. In addition to Linux, it has a presence on Windows, MacOS, Android, and iOS.It allows the creation of thematic channels, the sending of files and text messages, and even integrates with third-party services such as Google Drive. Thanks to its official client for Linux, you can continue to make the most of all its features.
Download | Slack
Chrome
Don't forget that the world's most popular browser is based on Chromium, an open source browser found in every Linux distribution. The version designed by Google allows you full synchronization of your bookmarks, passwords, history and tabs. Also, in most distributions, Progressive Web Apps, also known as PWAs, are seamlessly integrated into the desktop environment. In this way, the user experience ends up being very satisfactory.
Download | Chrome
Mailspring
Available for MacOS, Windows and Linux, this email account manager is a very interesting option, as well as an advanced one. It has been developed based on Nylas Mail, rewriting a large part of the source code to make it faster and lighter. If you are a regular user of Gmail, you will find the same shortcuts in it to quickly move around the interface using only the keyboard. Likewise, it allows the scheduled sending of emails, the creation of personalized signatures and the tracking of the opening of your shipments. It is a free app with some paid features.
Download | Mailspring
Zoom
If, in recent times, teleworking has come into your life, it is possible that Zoom has become your go-to application. If you want to make the leap to Linux but are afraid of losing access to much-needed software, you no longer have an excuse. The North American company develops its group video call client for the penguin operating system. In it you will find the same functions as in Windows and MacOS. You will have the possibility to share the screen, chat with the rest of the participants, manage a room, use your high definition camera and, of course, change your background. Features like recording and meeting scheduling are also present in Linux. You can download Zoom for free and remove some limitations thanks to its subscription catalogue.
Download | Zoom
VLC
The all-rounder of media playback, widely known by its cone-shaped icon, is open source software available at Linux, Android, iOS, Windows and MacOS. To make the transition easier for you, VLC does not lose any functionality on Linux along the way. It allows you to play virtually any imaginable format, add sub titles to your movies, create playlists with your favorite songs, or apply filters and effects to your media. VLC is included with most Linux distributions, so you don't even have to worry about installing it.
Download | VLC
