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Senior Director IP led Services (PES) at a computer software company with 1,001-5,000 employees
Real User
May 20, 2021
Command line focused, stable, and easy to install
Pros and Cons
  • "The main feature of the solution is it has a command-line editor."
  • "I am going to continue using the solution and would recommend it to others."
  • "I find the solution could be easier to use, more flexible, user-friendly, and have a better UI."

What is our primary use case?

We use the solution in the company where I work as an operating system. Whenever you are doing some serious development, you deploy this solution on a Unix platform.

What is most valuable?

The main feature of the solution is it has a command-line editor.

What needs improvement?

I find the solution could be easier to use, more flexible, user-friendly, and have a better UI.

In the future, I would like to see easier deployment.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using the solution for a couple of years.

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What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The solution is stable.

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

I have previously used Microsoft Windows and still do. I use this solution for personal use and when my work requires it.

How was the initial setup?

The installation is easy and only takes approximately 15 minutes, but the process could improve.

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

I am using the free version of the solution.

What other advice do I have?

I am going to continue using the solution and would recommend it to others.

I rate Ubuntu Linux a nine out of ten.

Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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May 18, 2021
Flexible, with no limit platform, and support is available on the internet
Pros and Cons
  • "It is more powerful because you have more control over it."
  • "There are no limits to this solution."
  • "The stability definitely can be improved. When we are implementing patches and new releases, it tends to fail."

What is our primary use case?

I provide products for my customers. There are no limits to this solution.

Customers can use it for almost all applications and they can use it for their own systems.

What is most valuable?

Once you are used to it, it is quite flexible. It is more powerful because you have more control over it.

What needs improvement?

It's not as easy to use as Windows by Microsoft. It could be easier to use.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been providing this solution to my customers for a few years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

It is stable to an extent. Microsoft and Apple are more stable.

The stability definitely can be improved. When we are implementing patches and new releases, it tends to fail.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

We have one customer using Ubuntu.

We will continue to provide this solution for our customers.

How are customer service and technical support?

There is a lot of support available on the internet. Getting solutions is not difficult.

People tend to use Google to try to solve the problem they may be having.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup can be complex. The installation could be simplified.

It can take a couple of hours to implement.

What other advice do I have?

I would recommend this solution to others who are interested in using it.

I would rate this solution an eight out of ten.

Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer. Partner
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CEO at SoniqSoft JRMM sp. z o.o. s.k.
Real User
May 16, 2021
Stable, modern, and open source, but should be easier and lighter
Pros and Cons
  • "It is stable and modern."
  • "We use it for our mail server and cloud solution server, and you can also use it as an Active Directory (AD) server instead of a Windows Server."
  • "It should be easier and lighter. I am more experienced in working with CentOS, and I find CentOS much easier to use than Ubuntu. Ubuntu is more complicated than CentOS. Ubuntu is also heavier for hardware than centOS."

What is our primary use case?

It is used for everything. We use it for our mail server and cloud solution server. You can also use it as an Active Directory (AD) Server instead of a Windows Server.

What is most valuable?

It is stable and modern.

What needs improvement?

It should be easier and lighter. I am more experienced in working with CentOS, and I find CentOS much easier to use than Ubuntu. Ubuntu is more complicated than CentOS. Ubuntu is also heavier for hardware than centOS.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using this solution for several 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. Its usage is being increased all the time.

How are customer service and technical support?

I have never used their support. I am technical support.

How was the initial setup?

I only use the server version.

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

It is open source.

What other advice do I have?

I would recommend this solution. I would rate Ubuntu Linux a seven out of ten.

Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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Sr. System and Storage Administrator at a government with 51-200 employees
Real User
Apr 27, 2021
Reliable with a quick setup, but could be more secure
Pros and Cons
  • "The solution is very flexible, we've found the solution to be stable and the performance is reliable, and the solution has proven to be scalable as it can scale quite well."
  • "It could always be a bit more secure."

What is our primary use case?

We primarily use the solution for web applications.

What is most valuable?

The solution is very flexible.

We've found the solution to be stable and the performance is reliable.

The solution has proven to be scalable. It can scale quite well.

The initial setup is pretty straightforward.

What needs improvement?

I have less experience with this solution than others, however, I can't recall specific improvements or features I would like to see.

It could always be a bit more secure. If they could continue to work on making it more and more secure in upcoming releases, that would be ideal.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've been using the solution for about two years or so at this point. It's been a while.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The solution is stable. There are no bugs or glitches. It doesn't crash or freeze. Its performance is good. It's reliable. 

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

The scalability potential of the solution is good. If a company would like to expand the solution, it can do so with relative ease. It's not hard. 

We have about 50 people in total who are currently using the solution.

Whether we continue to use the solution or increase usage will depend largely on end-user requirements. It's not really up to us for the most part.

How was the initial setup?

The solution has been very easy to install. It's not overly complicated or difficult. it's pretty easy in general.

Normally, the deployment is pretty fast.

We have a technical team of two administrators that can handle any maintenance requirements.

What about the implementation team?

I can handle the implementation myself. I do not need to call on consultants or integrators. It can be managed in-house.

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

We are not buying any licenses at the moment.

What other advice do I have?

We are simply customers and end-users. We don't have a business relationship with Unbuntu Linux.

We are using the latest version of the solution. I cannot recall the version number off-hand.

I would rate the solution at a seven out of ten overall.

I would recommend the solution to other organizations and other users. We've had a good experience overall.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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Solution Architect at KIAN company
Real User
Apr 27, 2021
Can be used as a base operating system for clusters in containerized environments
Pros and Cons
  • "It is easy to use, performs great, and is stable and scalable."
  • "In comparison to Red Hat, I think Ubuntu offers more security, scalability, and better performance, as well as better GUI and administration."
  • "The Linux operating system is very traditional, and you need to use specific commands. I think that it can be improved to be more handy."
  • "I think they need to focus more on securing and hardening Ubuntu's operating system."

What is our primary use case?

I'm responsible for building and providing container environments, and, therefore, I need to install and configure Kubernetes clusters on Linux operating systems. We use Ubuntu as a base operating system for the Kubernetes cluster and container environments.

What is most valuable?

It is easy to use, performs great, and is stable and scalable.

What needs improvement?

I think they need to focus more on securing and hardening Ubuntu's operating system.

The Linux operating system is very traditional, and you need to use specific commands. I think that it can be improved to be more handy.

All operating systems in the world are moving toward simplicity, and Linux distribution should also be focused on simplifying the GUI and command line to provide a better experience for the users.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've been using Ubuntu and Linux systems for around three years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I work with simple environments like a laboratory, and it is stable because there are no huge workloads on that server.

In general, I think Ubuntu servers are very stable for providing cloud native applications.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

I think that Ubuntu Linux is a scalable solution.

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

We used Windows Server 2012 and 2016 before switching to Ubuntu Linux.

How was the initial setup?

Installation is very simple and straightforward, but if you want to install more than one server simultaneously, for the Linux distribution, you would need to use an automation server. However, if the Linux community provides specific tools built into Linux like, for example, WDS Microsoft, then you will be able to simultaneously install multiple Linux operating systems on multiple servers.

What other advice do I have?

In comparison to Red Hat, I think Ubuntu offers more security, scalability, and better performance, as well as better GUI and administration.

On a scale from one to ten, I would rate Ubuntu Linux at eight. 

Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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Program Manager at iONE IT Solutions
Real User
Top 5Leaderboard
Apr 5, 2021
Secure, stable, easy to install and quick to deploy
Pros and Cons
  • "It keeps you secure from virus and malware attacks."
  • "This is a solution that I can recommend to other users who are interested in using it."
  • "The interface could be more user-friendly."

What is our primary use case?

We use this solution to install multiple applications in our environment.

What is most valuable?

It keeps you secure from virus and malware attacks.

What needs improvement?

The interface could be more user-friendly.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Ubuntu Linux for 10 to 12 years.

We are using the latest version.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

It's a stable solution.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

It's a scalable solution. We have 10 users in our organization.

We plan to continue using it in the future.

How are customer service and technical support?

We have not had to contact Linux Support.

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

Previously, I worked with AIX.

AIX is very old today.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup is straightforward. It's easy, very simple.

It takes an hour to deploy.

What about the implementation team?

I completed the implementation myself.

We have a team of five people to deploy and maintain this solution.

What other advice do I have?

This is a solution that I can recommend to other users who are interested in using it.

I would rate Ubuntu Linux a ten out of ten.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Hybrid Cloud
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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Owner at Networks srl
Real User
Top 20
Mar 23, 2021
Fast, free, and supports containers and all kinds of libraries
Pros and Cons
  • "It is fast and easy to install; it also supports containers and all kinds of libraries, and I can do almost everything with it."
  • "It can be improved in terms of user-friendliness for inexperienced users. It also has a lot of scope for improvement in terms of deployment. It is kind of hard for inexperienced users, and the learning curve is very steep. There is not really good documentation for new professionals. Even we are using network servers to install it."

What is our primary use case?

I am using it for quite a lot of things. I teach at a university where we use it for radiation protection computations. On the networking side, I use it for both workstations and firewalls. I always use its latest version.

What is most valuable?

It is fast and easy to install. It also supports containers and all kinds of libraries. I can do almost everything with it. 

What needs improvement?

It can be improved in terms of user-friendliness for inexperienced users. It also has a lot of scope for improvement in terms of deployment. It is kind of hard for inexperienced users, and the learning curve is very steep. There is not really good documentation for new professionals. Even we are using network servers to install it.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using this solution for 12 years. 

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

If it is administered properly, it is stable. If there are administration issues, they are kind of hard to resolve for inexperienced users.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

It is scalable in terms of server cluster infrastructure, but the main issue with scalability is the hardware.

We have five to ten users in the enterprise. We also use it for every student. In terms of our plans to increase its usage, I don't know what the future brings because I see that Microsoft has also started to use Linux infrastructure.

How are customer service and technical support?

I am not using the Enterprise support for Ubuntu. I am kind of used to it, and I know how to compile kernels and modules. It is no issue at all.

How was the initial setup?

I started with BSD. It takes 10 to 15 minutes to install Ubuntu Linux.

What about the implementation team?

I installed it myself.

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

I don't need to pay for the license.

What other advice do I have?

I would recommend this solution based on the application. For a firewall, I would go for a dedicated device. For a desktop, it is okay to use.

I would rate Ubuntu Linux a ten out of ten.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
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it_user1390077 - PeerSpot reviewer
Cloud Specialist at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
Real User
Mar 22, 2021
Our main Linux platform of choice
Pros and Cons
  • "More people should use this solution."
  • "Ubuntu Linux was very easy to deploy."

    What is our primary use case?

    We mainly use this solution for application-related uses. We use it as our main Linux platform of choice. 

    What is most valuable?

    One of the best features is that it is constantly updated.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been using Ubuntu Linux for more than 15 years.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    Ubuntu Linux is both stable and scalable.

    How are customer service and technical support?

    I have never contacted their support team.

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

    We actually use both Ubuntu Linux and CentOS, but CentOS is being decommissioned so our choice is Ubuntu.

    How was the initial setup?

    Ubuntu Linux was very easy to deploy. You can install Ubuntu in many different ways and all of them are pretty straightforward. I also have a lot of experience with Ubuntu, so for me, the initial installation is very easy.

    A team of four people is required for maintenance and deployment.

    What other advice do I have?

    Overall, on a scale from one to ten, I would give Ubuntu Linux a rating of ten. More people should use this solution.

    Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

    On-premises
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    it_user1514781 - PeerSpot reviewer
    Assistant Researcher at CNRS
    Real User
    Mar 2, 2021
    Stable, good package management functionality, and it is easy to set up
    Pros and Cons
    • "What I like best is the way in which packages are managed."
    • "The initial setup and installation are easy, and not difficult to complete."
    • "I don't like the graphical interface in Ubuntu and it should be better."

    What is our primary use case?

    I primarily used Ubuntu Linux as a DNS server. I was running other types of servers, as well.

    What is most valuable?

    What I like best is the way in which packages are managed.

    What needs improvement?

    I don't like the graphical interface in Ubuntu and it should be better.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been using Ubuntu Linux for more than 15 years.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    All Linux systems, including Ubuntu, are stable.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    This is a scalable product. We have more than 100 Linux users.

    How are customer service and technical support?

    The support available for Ubuntu is okay.

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

    Prior to Ubuntu, I worked with Sun Unix for servers.

    I have made the switch to using CentOS primarily because of the interface. It is more lightweight than Ubuntu.

    How was the initial setup?

    The initial setup and installation are easy, and not difficult to complete. It should not take more than 15 minutes to deploy.

    What about the implementation team?

    Our in-house team of two engineers is responsible for deployment and maintenance.

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

    Ubuntu Linux is open-source and available to use free of charge.

    What other advice do I have?

    Overall, this is a good operating system and I recommend it.

    I would rate this solution a ten out of ten.

    Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

    On-premises
    Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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    reviewer1502763 - PeerSpot reviewer
    Human Resources Manager at a outsourcing company with 1,001-5,000 employees
    Real User
    Feb 28, 2021
    Stable, with good support, but the integration could be simplified
    Pros and Cons
    • "I like that everything is in the command line. It is really helpful."
    • "This solution is stable, it runs smoothly in our environment and we have not been faced with any issues using it."
    • "At times, it can be complex when we are trying to integrate or when we are trying to set up some features."

    What is most valuable?

    I like that everything is in the command line. It is really helpful.

    What needs improvement?

    Recently, we experienced a problem with the integration with DAD where it was not syncing.

    At times, it can be complex when we are trying to integrate or when we are trying to set up some features.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been using Ubuntu Linux for four or five years.

    We are working with the latest version.

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    This solution is stable. It runs smoothly in our environment and we have not been faced with any issues using it.

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    It's a scalable product.

    How are customer service and technical support?

    We have support, but only use it on rare occasions.

    They respond well to customer care.

    When we raise a ticket with them, they reply to the emails. For example, if they have a tag for a particular issue they will respond to you within four hours.

    We only connect with technical support when we have an issue.

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

    As I am from IT security, there are some type-overs required. I need to use Kali Linux. 

    I have also tried some penetration testing tools, which is testing that is better done using Kali Linux tools.

    How was the initial setup?

    The initial setup is straightforward.

    It takes a couple of hours to deploy.

    What other advice do I have?

    We are currently evaluating different software solutions that we can deploy in our environment. Some that we are considering are CrowdStrike and Microsoft Defender ATP.

    We are looking at the options and the features that offer us the best endpoint protection.

    I would rate Ubuntu Linux a seven out of ten.

    Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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