>you can then explain how programs they use will continue to work
Microsoft Office and games. No, not LibreOffice and Tux Racer.
Wine has gotten a lot better compared to years past, but if you need/want Windows software you still need Windows.
You also only get one shot at convincing them, since first impressions are everything. A better argument might be recommending MacOS, at least Microsoft Office works just fine there.
Also, if you're using esoteric hardware: Forget it.
Microsoft Office and games. No, not LibreOffice and Tux Racer.
Wine has gotten a lot better compared to years past, but if you need/want Windows software you still need Windows.
You also only get one shot at convincing them, since first impressions are everything. A better argument might be recommending MacOS, at least Microsoft Office works just fine there.
Also, if you're using esoteric hardware: Forget it.