How to run Windows apps on Linux with Wine - it's easy

Considering a switch from Windows to Linux? The good news is you don't have to give up your favorite Windows apps. Here's how to run them on Linux.

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ZDNET's key takeaways

• Wine is here to help you run your Windows apps on Linux.
• The development team adds new features with each release.
• Some apps and games might require extra configuration.

Windows 10 has been officially sunsetted, and the system requirements issue with Windows 11 has led many users to seek alternatives. One of the most popular alternatives to Windows is Linux, and its popularity continues to grow. In fact, within two days of saying goodbye to Windows 10, Zorin OS had its biggest download period of all time, with over 100,000 downloads of the popular OS. 

But what do Windows users ...