Uhh--no.
“Linux is great for servers in a data center. Its not a home computer type of os though.”
“You pretty much need the skill set of a software developer to operate and maintain a Linux system.”
Absolutely not. Myths based on “ancient history”. New current versions are superior in function and ease of use over windows. Take Mint... It is as easy to use as Win 7 right out of the box. Those statements are from a position of having no clue what current versions are like.
From the article:
“Due to its exceptional performance, stability, reliability, and security”
And this goes for desktops as well as Servers.