[Request/Help] OPERATING SYSTEM

Hello people,
ive used dos and Windows in my life,
WINDOWS SUCKS.
So I want somthing like Linux/Mac
But I dunno what to do/get.

What I want (But I dont know if they run or can be runned on other OS's:
Code (c++,vb) C++ With more restrictions, and no not VB.
Play Games for Windows With an emulator possibly but it'll be really slow.
Normal programs like skype and stuff Depends if its compatible or not.
MSN Maybe
Filezilla Is it compatible with linux,mac?
Photoshop Mac - yes, not sure about linux.
3ds Max Is it compatible with mac,linux?
I want to use the following:
DirectX 10 [GeForce 9800]
4GB Ram

And how about Installing my system drivers?
Pls tell me what to do can some one help me?

Greetings,
Apezwijn

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