Mac OS X is a great operating system, so if you bought a Mac, stay with it. If you really need to have a Linux OS alongside OS X and you know what you’re doing, install it, otherwise get a different, cheaper computer for all your Linux needs.

Is it worth it to install Linux on Mac?

Overall, it’s worth it. I mostly use Linux on my iMac but I recommend just switching to a USB keyboard & mouse/trackpad to avoid a lot of irritation.

Does Linux run well on Mac?

By far the best way to install Linux on a Mac is to use virtualisation software, such as VirtualBox or Parallels Desktop. Because Linux is capable of running on old hardware, it’s usually perfectly fine running inside OS X in a virtual environment. … Follow these steps to install Linux on a Mac using Parallels Desktop.