Do you know why it breaks? Because Ubuntu 16.04 just works on my laptop. Things that require one-time technical setup: Function key (screen brightness) and Optimus/bumblebee. I also set up touchegg because Unity hates multi-touch trackpad. But since initial setup I never have to touch anything again, and can upgrade everything via Software Update.
I would say it is no better than Windows at all (since you also need to install correct driver on Windows).
I would say it is no better than Windows at all (since you also need to install correct driver on Windows).