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Solution Architect at TB
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Top 5
Using workstation features effectively with enhanced security
Pros and Cons
  • "In terms of security, I am satisfied with Ubuntu Linux and I can rely on its security features more than I can with Windows."
  • "The booting of Ubuntu Linux should be faster because I only have two minutes when I have calls, so it should complete more quickly."

What is our primary use case?

I use Ubuntu Linux as a workstation to check my emails, to connect to people, to use Teams, to send mails, and to browse everything, similar to how we use Windows.

I use Ubuntu Linux as a replacement for Windows for everything. I use Teams, emails, Zoom, AnyDesk, and UltraViewer on it.

What is most valuable?

For system administration, I find it useful to connect to my Linux servers directly from the command line, and I create my virtual machines using VMware Workstation.

In terms of security, I am satisfied with Ubuntu Linux and I can rely on its security features more than I can with Windows.

What needs improvement?

There might be some features or limitations I would want to see improved, but I cannot think of any specific ones right now. It is easy to use.

The booting of Ubuntu Linux should be faster because I only have two minutes when I have calls, so it should complete more quickly.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been working with Ubuntu Linux for four years.

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What was my experience with deployment of the solution?

I have not faced any challenges with Ubuntu Linux such as integration or any other challenges.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I have not faced any challenges with Ubuntu Linux such as integration or any other challenges.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

I have not faced any challenges with Ubuntu Linux such as integration or any other challenges.

What other advice do I have?

I have not used Ubuntu Linux for AI as yet. My total rating for Ubuntu Linux is 9.

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Linux System Engineer at Graviton Research Capital LLP
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Has an easy setup process, but the GUI needs improvement
Pros and Cons
  • "Ubuntu Linux's most valuable feature is its open-source nature."
  • "There is room for improvement, particularly in the GUI aspect of the product."

What is our primary use case?

We use the product for end-user applications and site management across workstations and servers within our environment.

What is most valuable?

Ubuntu Linux's most valuable feature is its open-source nature.

What needs improvement?

There is room for improvement, particularly in the GUI aspect of the product. We encounter issues while accessing GUI compared to Red Hat or CentOS. The simulation tools could be easy to use and facilitate efficient integration with remediation tools similar to Duo on CentOs.

For how long have I used the solution?

We have been using Ubuntu Linux for six or seven years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The stability is better than that of other open-source platforms.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

We used Red Hat before.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup is easy.

What other advice do I have?

I recommend user-friendly options like Ubuntu or CentOS for those venturing into Linux for the first time. They provide easier configurations as well. They should also explore Rocky Linux, a free and open-source distribution similar to CentOS. They have a good open-source community. However, sometimes, it isn't easy to find resolutions. This particular area needs improvement.

I rate the product a seven out of ten.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
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Developer / Team Lead at a computer software company with 11-50 employees
Real User
Scalable and stable operating system for running virtual machines, but its performance could still be improved
Pros and Cons
  • "Stable and scalable Linux operating system that can test and run virtual machines."
  • "The performance of this product could still be improved, as it's always good to improve on the performance of any product, no matter how satisfied you are with it."

What is our primary use case?

We are using Ubuntu Linux for testing some VMs.

What needs improvement?

I'm satisfied with Ubuntu Linux, but it's always good to improve on the performance of any product, including this one.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've been using Ubuntu Linux for two years now.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Ubuntu Linux is a stable system.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Ubuntu Linux is a scalable solution.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup for this solution took two days, and it is something that can be done by yourself.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

I'm not paying anything for the use of Ubuntu Linux.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

I've evaluated Red Hat and Windows 10. I'm still using Windows 10, e.g. I'm using it in parallel with Ubuntu Linux.

What other advice do I have?

I'm using the latest version of Ubuntu Linux. I'm satisfied with this operating system.

We have four to five users of this solution within our organization.

I have not contacted the technical support for Ubuntu Linux yet, because I currently don't have any technical issues.

I'm rating Ubuntu Linux seven out of ten.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
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Infrastructure Security Architect at a comms service provider with 11-50 employees
Real User
Stable operating system with a straightforward setup and good patch management
Pros and Cons
  • "Linux-based operating system with good stability, good patching, and a straightforward setup."
  • "Ease of use and ease of deployment could still be improved in this system."

What is our primary use case?

I use Ubuntu Linux just for testing, e.g. as a workstation. I also use it for running some applications.

What is most valuable?

Ubuntu Linux is user-friendly. Patching and patch management for the system is also good.

What needs improvement?

The system is already user-friendly, but what could be improved is its ease of deployment. Its ease of use could also be improved.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've been using Ubuntu Linux for more than five years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

From a stability perspective, Ubuntu Linux is quite stable. This is the reason I'm using it at home, e.g. for the lab. When I deploy it, it's quite stable, and I don't need to do anything else.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup for Ubuntu Linux was straightforward.

What about the implementation team?

I implemented the system myself, and it took me less than an hour to deploy it.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

The Ubuntu Linux version that I use is free. I just download it, install it on a VM, and that's it. It's because I don't require any support, so I don't need to pay.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

I evaluated RedHat and Debian.

What other advice do I have?

I have a personal experience with Ubuntu Linux in virtual machines.

The system can be deployed on-premises or on cloud, and this will depend on the testing required. We usually use the latest version of Ubuntu Linux.

I'm not using the system in a production environment, so its scalability is not something I care about.

I have not contacted technical support for Ubuntu Linux. I fix any issues myself, e.g. I go to their website and find the answers online.

I can certainly recommend Ubuntu Linux to other people who may want to start using it.

I'm rating Ubuntu Linux an eight out of ten.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Hybrid Cloud
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Senior Cloud Architect and Team Lead at a computer software company with 10,001+ employees
Real User
Scalable, open-source, and quick installation
Pros and Cons
  • "The solution is scalable, it is open-source, and can be developed. You are able to install it on many different systems."
  • "Ubuntu Linux could improve by having more out-of-the-box functionality for common plug-and-play devices, such as printers. It's sometimes more difficult to plug-and-play printers with Ubuntu Linux. You need to work a bit and make some drivers work. They need to work a bit on plug-and-play devices."

What is our primary use case?

Ubuntu Linux is an operating system and we use it for day-to-day operations.

What needs improvement?

Ubuntu Linux could improve by having more out-of-the-box functionality for common plug-and-play devices, such as printers. It's sometimes more difficult to plug-and-play printers with Ubuntu Linux. You need to work a bit and make some drivers work. They need to work a bit on plug-and-play devices.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Ubuntu Linux for approximately a few years.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

The solution is scalable, it is open-source, and can be developed. You are able to install it on many different systems.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

I have used Debian and Microsoft Windows previously.

How was the initial setup?

The installation of the Ubuntu Linux tool is approximately 10 minutes.

What about the implementation team?

I did the implementation of the solution myself.

What other advice do I have?

I am very satisfied with Ubuntu Linux and I would recommend it to others.

I rate Ubuntu Linux a nine out of ten.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
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Director, EPS at a healthcare company with 1,001-5,000 employees
Real User
Satisfactory performance, free, and easy to install
Pros and Cons
  • "Its performance is valuable. I am satisfied with it."
  • "They can improve the interface and give it an appearance similar to the Windows 11 operating system."

What is our primary use case?

I am using it for my personal use. I am mainly using it for some experimental things. 

I am using its latest version.

What is most valuable?

Its performance is valuable. I am satisfied with it.

What needs improvement?

They can improve the interface and give it an appearance similar to the Windows 11 operating system.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using it for eight years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

It is stable.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

It is scalable. We can scale it.

How are customer service and support?

I have never used their support.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

I have used Windows and Unix.

How was the initial setup?

Its initial setup is straightforward. If I remember correctly, it took around 10 to 15 minutes.

What about the implementation team?

I did it on my own.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

On a personal level, I'm using the free version.

What other advice do I have?

I would recommend it to others. I would rate it a 10 out of 10.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
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Real User
Top 10
Helpful community for technical support
Pros and Cons
  • "It is a widely used and stable solution. Community members can offer support and technical guidance."
  • "For a broken Ubuntu system, you must do a new installation. There is no existing repair option."

What is most valuable?

There aren't exactly any particular features, but in general, it's the most compatible for us.

What needs improvement?

Up until now, I don't have any issues with Ubuntu, but one thing that could be improved is that there are no repair options for the existing Ubuntu installation. You can do a new installation, which is what I've seen, but you can't repair the broken existing installation, or recover from an OS that's broken down.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've been using it for that past six years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

It is very stable and there are supports for the newer drivers, or support from the community and from the Ubuntu on help documents.

How are customer service and support?

I have not used Ubuntu technical support directly. I've mostly used the community and documents available.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

I don't use the enterprise version. I use the open source version, so it doesn't have any licenses.

What other advice do I have?

I would rate this solution a nine out of ten.

My advice would be that Ubuntu is very widely used and you can easily get help and technical guidance from community members.  Support for the hardware drivers are there.

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Easy to manage and has easier installation than Windows
Pros and Cons
  • "I feel the graphical interface to be very user friendly, as is first time installation."
  • "Debian have a more stable operating system than Ubuntu Linux."

What is our primary use case?

We use the solution as a desktop appliance.

What is most valuable?

I like that the solution is stable and easy to manage.

What needs improvement?

As I use Debian with KDE and love it more than Ubuntu, I choose to rate Ubuntu Linux as a nine out of ten, whereas I rank Debian as a ten. This is because I feel Debian have a more stable operating system than Ubuntu Linux. This is my sole reason for this rating. 

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Ubuntu Linux for five years. 

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The solution is stable, although I feel Debian, which I use with KDE, to have a more stable operating system than Ubuntu Linux. 

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

While the scalability can vary, I do feel the solution to be scalable. 

How are customer service and support?

Canonical does not provide us with technical support for the solution. 

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

I make use of Debian with KDE and feel Debian's operating system to offer more stability than Ubuntu Linux. 

How was the initial setup?

First time installation is very user friendly. It is very easy, even more so than Windows. 

What other advice do I have?

We make use of the solution for our in-house use.

I feel the graphical interface to be very user friendly, as is first time installation. 

I also work in the private sector and have my own company for implementing surveys for reviews and clients. My first suggestion would be to go with open source. We use Proxima and also use uni version in the domain control of it. We use Ubuntu Linux on the client side. So, I strongly recommend using open source and not spending too much money on the licensing with Microsoft.

As all of the applications are usually now on the database, what else does one need? A single operating system consisting of scalability and speed means the person will not have to deal with all the dump stuff that happens behind. Of primary importance is to have a good internet connection and Chrome. For these small jobs, I see no need for use of Windows or Mac. Apple or Microsoft should be used for designing other things. I am referring to Ubuntu and Linux use. 

I rate Ubuntu Linux as a nine out of ten.

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