Apps. Linux software equivalent to Windows software. When migrating to Linux from Windows, a common question is "Where can I get an application for Linux that is similar to XYZ program on Windows?
" Fear not! Listed below are programs that could be considered roughly equivalent to certain popular Windows applications. Note that the Linux programs might not have all the features which can be found in Windows proprietary software, but unless you are an expert in some Windows program this should not be a major obstacle. Here is how to install software in Linux: Installing software To install software in Linux you need root privileges i.e the root password. Alternative Linux software. PostSecret.