Chris Gizmo,
Yes, my experience with my Linux debian operated scale nueteral 32 bit multi protocol model railroad controller so far has been good. It's evermore updatable, and comes via the web.
Being a Unix based open platform software, it's very popular. It even displays the penguin logo when starting. The all touch 8 inch screen icons are many, and variable. It can design and store track plans, manage route control and automated operatiom of trains, turnouts, signals an accessory decoders. 320 possible digital adresses are possible. I has feedback decoder capability also.
While connected to internet or wifi, wireless computer, phone, or tablet operation is possible. It supports two additional d.i.n. pin control devices, and also others via an s88 adapter expansion port. It has two usb ports for a mouse, etc., and a third for phone or tablet charging.
It has diagnostics built in, as well as user fault prompts. It can also log and send system errors to the manufacturer.
One newer reason the hobby is called the worlds greatest. Will take me years to learn all it can do. I may utilize just a portion.
A man in Switzerland is building an ho scale complete route BLS railway (original, not with new Alps base tunnels), and says he will never totally finish all the scenery, etc.