Can I install other software in Linux that are supported by windows?
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do you mean software that has versions for both linux and windows (often referred to as "cross platform)? If so, there are many. Some common ones include:
As you can see, you should be more specific. I.e. if you have an actual Windows supported software which does not say it has a Linux version, then likely no unless you use Wine. Whereas there are many software applications which deploy for each of Windows, Mac, and Linux.
Was there any particular application/software which you were considering?
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