And sometimes there are software you find irksome and think things could have been better.
LinuxAppFinder
Missing your favorite Windows or Mac tool on Linux?
It provides a listing of popular Linux applications.
Clicking on an alternative software listing will show you its description, rating and other related software.
LinuxAppfinder is a great way to discover Linux software if you are new to Linux.
AlternativeTo
AlternativeTo lists a large number of Windows, Mac, Linux software.
Likes ala Diggs are presented alongside each listed software, that lets you gauge the popularity of the software.
Osalt
Osalt is yet another popular site that offers similar functionality.
It lists Open Source applications as alternative to popular software that you might be paying lots of money for.
[NO LONGER WORKS] Wakoopa
Wakoopa takes a somewhat different approach.
Wakoopa is a community where people share their favorite software.
you could view most popular apps that other people are using on the Wakoopa home page.
In addition, you’re free to also track how much time you are spending using each software.
MakeUseOf
Actually, this one goes far beyond suggesting alternative software!
However, we also do our part when it comes to reviewing interesting or new applications.
