People hate windows because it is closed source. Open source software is the way to go. No more having to pay for things, and you can edit the kernel if you are up to it. Also, i dont see too many viruses or worms for linux. I understand why there are no worms and viruses for linux, its becuase the average joe uses windows. Im sure if more people went to linux there would be more viruses and security holes. But the thing i hate windows for is being closed source. But i also understand that open source software usually doesnt make as much money. This is all my opinion so, if you disagree then you are entitled with your opinion.