Sold by: netCUBED
Deployed on AWS
Free Trial
This product has charges associated with it for product support and updates. Connect to a full-featured Ubuntu 22.04 LTS Desktop environment through your browser or natively using a Remote Desktop client. Securely access Jupyter, RStudio Server or a Terminal session directly from your browser. Ships with the latest versions of Google Chrome, Jupyter, RStudio Server, VS Code.
4.4
Overview
Image
Login
Image
Desktop environment
Image
Jupyter Notebooks
Image
RStudio Server
Image
Terminal
Connect to a full-featured Ubuntu 22.04 LTS Desktop environment through your browser or natively using a Remote Desktop client. Jupyter notebooks, RStudio Server or a Terminal session can be accessed securely from your browser. This image ships with the latest versions of Google Chrome, Anaconda, Jupyter, RStudio Server, Visual Studio Code and Docker.
The workspace is ideal for users who require the power of EC2 instances while using a familiar graphical user interface or their preferred IDE. it provides the perfect starting point for any kind of software development, HCP workloads, data science work or use as a bastion host for your VPC.
No client software needs to be installed to access the remote desktop. All that is required is a modern browser (including Internet Explorer 11) to access the desktop. Additionally, Jupyter, RStudio Server and a Terminal session can be opened through the browser. Screenshots can be found at https://docs.netcubed.io/products/ubuntu-desktop/ .
The browser interface as well as the remote desktop protocol support copy and paste between the virtual desktop environment and the client. Files can be uploaded using drag and drop. The environment is multi-user capable and supports a large number of concurrent users on appropriately sized instances. Please follow the instructions on how to add additional users to the system.
This product is also available on Ubuntu 24.04 at https://aws.amazon.com/marketplace/pp/B07ZDBJ42H .
Highlights
- ACCESS VIA BROWSER: no client software necessary to access the desktop environment.
- RDP SUPPORT: access workspace on the go through the remote desktop protocol.
- PRECONFIGURED: popular packages for software development and data science already installed.
Details
Sold by
Delivery method
Delivery option
64-bit (x86) Amazon Machine Image (AMI)
Latest version
Operating system
Ubuntu 24.04
Deployed on AWS
New
Introducing multi-product solutions
You can now purchase comprehensive solutions tailored to use cases and industries.
Features and programs
Buyer guide
Gain valuable insights from real users who purchased this product, powered by PeerSpot.
Financing for AWS Marketplace purchases
AWS Marketplace now accepts line of credit payments through the PNC Vendor Finance program. This program is available to select AWS customers in the US, excluding NV, NC, ND, TN, & VT.
Pricing
Free trial
Try this product free for 5 days according to the free trial terms set by the vendor. Usage-based pricing is in effect for usage beyond the free trial terms. Your free trial gets automatically converted to a paid subscription when the trial ends, but may be canceled any time before that.
Pricing is based on actual usage, with charges varying according to how much you consume. Subscriptions have no end date and may be canceled any time. Alternatively, you can pay upfront for a contract, which typically covers your anticipated usage for the contract duration. Any usage beyond contract will incur additional usage-based costs.
Additional AWS infrastructure costs may apply. Use the AWS Pricing Calculator to estimate your infrastructure costs.
Dimension | Cost/hour |
|---|---|
m5.large Recommended | $0.04 |
g4dn.4xlarge | $0.07 |
c4.xlarge | $0.05 |
c5d.9xlarge | $0.082 |
m5a.2xlarge | $0.06 |
i3en.24xlarge | $0.096 |
c5d.12xlarge | $0.086 |
c6i.16xlarge | $0.09 |
i3en.large | $0.04 |
c5.9xlarge | $0.082 |
Dimensions summary
You pay by the hour for the Ubuntu Linux Desktop software, and the rate depends on the EC2 instance type you run it on. Each dimension maps to a specific AWS instance size, so your cost scales with the compute, memory, and GPU capacity you choose. Smaller general-purpose instances bill at lower hourly rates, while larger memory-optimized, compute-optimized, and GPU instances carry higher rates. There are no tiers or commitments. You start and stop instances as needed, and billing tracks the hours each instance runs.
Top-of-mind questions for buyers
The hourly rate covers the Ubuntu Linux Desktop software license running on one EC2 instance of the selected type. Each dimension maps to a specific instance size with set CPU, memory, and, for GPU types, graphics capacity. You choose the instance that fits your workload, and the rate follows that choice.
The software rate meters running instance-hours only. When you stop an instance, the hourly software charge stops accruing. Restarting resumes billing. Stopped instances may still incur separate AWS storage fees for attached volumes, but those are AWS infrastructure costs, not the software license charge.
Billing tracks instance-hours, not user count. The desktop environment is multi-user capable and supports many concurrent users on appropriately sized instances. Adding more users does not add software charges. You simply choose an instance large enough to handle the number of concurrent users you expect.
docs.netcubed.io
Helpful?
Vendor refund policy
We do not currently support refunds, but you can cancel at any time.
Legal
Vendor terms and conditions
Upon subscribing to this product, you must acknowledge and agree to the terms and conditions outlined in the vendor's End User License Agreement (EULA) .
Content disclaimer
Vendors are responsible for their product descriptions and other product content. AWS does not warrant that vendors' product descriptions or other product content are accurate, complete, reliable, current, or error-free.
Delivery details
64-bit (x86) Amazon Machine Image (AMI)
Amazon Machine Image (AMI)
An AMI is a virtual image that provides the information required to launch an instance. Amazon EC2 (Elastic Compute Cloud) instances are virtual servers on which you can run your applications and workloads, offering varying combinations of CPU, memory, storage, and networking resources. You can launch as many instances from as many different AMIs as you need.
Version release notes
Release notes can be found at https://docs.netcubed.io/products/ubuntu-desktop/release-notes/ .
Additional details
Usage instructions
Launch the image on any of the available instance types. Consider changing the size of the root EBS volume. Make sure that the attached security group allows traffic on port 80 and 443 if you plan to access the server via the browser interface, and port 3389 if you plan to use the Remote Desktop Protocol. Allow a couple of minutes for the instance to boot.
The web interface can be accessed through your browser on the public IP (or private IP for enterprise VPCs) of the EC2 instance (e.g. https://18.245.21.43 where 18.245.21.43 is the public IP address of the instance).
Most browsers will display a certificate warning. This warning is letting you know that the certificate was self-signed instead of signed by a trusted Certificate Authority. You can safely ignore the warning as it doesn't impact the security of the connection by clicking on "Continue to this webpage" (Internet Explorer) or "Advanced" and then "Proceed to website" (Chrome).
The default user is ubuntu and the default password is the instance ID.
Alternatively, you can reach your desktop environment through a Remote Desktop Client (such as the Microsoft Remote Desktop Application, preinstalled on Windows and available on the Apple App Store for MacOS). The hostname is simply the public IP (or private IP for enterprise VPCs). Make sure you enter the username and password before you connect. On Windows, click "Show Options" and fill in the username and password.
Resources
Vendor resources
Support
Vendor support
For paid support, email sales@netcubed.de for further information. Free support is provided via support@netcubed.de . For free support, we do not provide a guaranteed response time, however we do our best to respond to questions within 24 hours Monday through Friday.
AWS infrastructure support
AWS Support is a one-on-one, fast-response support channel that is staffed 24x7x365 with experienced and technical support engineers. The service helps customers of all sizes and technical abilities to successfully utilize the products and features provided by Amazon Web Services.
Updated weekly
By netCUBED
By Arara Solutions
By SilverLining.Cloud GmbH
Top
25
In Collaboration & Productivity
Top
10
In Databases & Analytics Platforms
Top
100
In Monitoring, Testing
Sentiment is AI generated from actual customer reviews on AWS and G2
Functionality
Ease of use
Customer service
Cost effectiveness
Positive reviews
Mixed reviews
Negative reviews
AI generated from product descriptions
Browser-Based Remote Access
Full-featured Ubuntu 22.04 LTS Desktop environment accessible through a web browser without requiring client software installation.
Remote Desktop Protocol Support
Native Remote Desktop client connectivity enabling access to the workspace through remote desktop protocol.
Preinstalled Development Tools
Includes latest versions of Google Chrome, Anaconda, Jupyter, RStudio Server, Visual Studio Code, and Docker.
Multi-User Environment
Supports multiple concurrent users on appropriately sized instances with capability to add additional users to the system.
Integrated Development Interfaces
Secure browser-based access to Jupyter notebooks, RStudio Server, and Terminal sessions with copy-paste and drag-and-drop file upload functionality between virtual desktop and client.
Dual Remote Access Methods
RDP connectivity on port 3389 compatible with Microsoft Remote Desktop, Remmina, and FreeRDP clients, plus web-based browser access on port 8080 requiring no additional client software installation
Operating System and Desktop Environment
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS (Jammy Jellyfish) with Gnome Desktop Environment, supported with security updates through April 2027, and automatic security updates enabled by default
Encryption and Security Protocols
RDP connections encrypted via TLS and web interface served over HTTPS, with configurable AWS Security Groups for restricting ingress to known IP ranges on ports 3389, 8080, and 22
Pre-installed Software Stack
xRDP Server for RDP connectivity, web-based remote access interface, Firefox web browser, and standard Ubuntu system utilities including file browser and system tools
Cloud Integration and Management
Integration with AWS Systems Manager for patch management and Amazon CloudWatch for instance monitoring and usage tracking
Browser Automation Support
Preinstalled Chrome with ChromeDriver, Firefox with GeckoDriver, and Edge with EdgeDriver for cross-browser test automation
Remote Desktop Access
RDP and VNC connectivity to interact with the graphical user interface remotely using EC2 instance public IP
Development Environment
Visual Studio Code preinstalled with sample Selenium scripts and language bindings for Python, Node.js, and Java
Operating System and Desktop Environment
Ubuntu-based system with lightweight Xfce GUI for smooth performance
Headless and Non-Headless Execution
Support for running Selenium scripts in both headless and non-headless modes for flexible test automation scenarios
Standard contract
No
Customer reviews
reviewer2816721
Hosting websites and databases has become cost‑effective and supports long‑term cloud growth
Reviewed on Apr 17, 2026
Review from a verified AWS customer
What is our primary use case?
I use Ubuntu Linux 22.04 LTS for website hosting and for application stacks like Apache and MySQL. I am using Ubuntu Linux 22.04 LTS for hosting my website, and for the database, I use MySQL to host the application and get the response from the MySQL database.
I use Ubuntu Linux in different fields including cloud and virtualization, containerization, database management, file and network sharing, and development and DevOps. I use Ubuntu Linux for my AWS application, as Ubuntu Linux Server is used for heavily utilized hosting websites, databases, and cloud applications.
What is most valuable?
The best feature of Ubuntu Linux is that it serves as a base for private cloud and public cloud VMs for AWS.
It is very useful to use Ubuntu Linux with its GUI-based and CLI modes; the commands are very lightweight, and it is much more feasible for me with its long-term support.
Ubuntu Linux provides business advisory consultancy for business purposes and enables the smooth running of my website hosting to meet all business purposes.
My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing is good because I am using the freeware version.
What needs improvement?
The user experience on Ubuntu Linux is very good, so I believe there is no need for improvement.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Ubuntu Linux for the last five years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Ubuntu Linux is definitely stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Ubuntu Linux is widely used for business purposes including app storage, development, and staging environments. From my perspective as a user, I would rate Linux at eight points for its high scalability and greater relevance and advantage in terms of adherence, cost-saving, desktop compatibility, cloud server dominance, and wide industry adoption. I believe it is good for new users as well as for experienced people.
How are customer service and support?
Customer support for Ubuntu Linux was very good.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
Before Ubuntu Linux, I was using Windows applications for application purposes. However, because of its lightweight and user-friendly environment, I am now using Ubuntu Linux 22.04 LTS for all relevant business purposes.
How was the initial setup?
Ubuntu Linux Pro version provides 20 years of security maintenance, including kernel patching and compliance with standards such as FIPS and CIS, making it cost-effective. It is open-source and free, which is already beneficial for business purposes and for running any environment.
What about the implementation team?
I have reduced staff because I am using a centralized server to manage it with Ubuntu Linux.
What was our ROI?
By using Ubuntu Linux on the cloud, I am reducing costs by at least 22 percent by providing a feasible and secure environment.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
I was not using another solution. I am new to this environment, so this is very relevant based on my experience.
What other advice do I have?
I would rate Ubuntu Linux an eight.
I provide the rating of eight because Ubuntu Linux is heavily used for business purposes with different benefits. For example, private users and small businesses can register, and the Hardy Heron release in April has led to wide industry adoption, server dominance, cloud, desktop compatibility, cost savings, and management tools.
I deploy Ubuntu Linux on an on-premises cloud as well as AWS public cloud. I use Amazon Web Services, the AWS cloud, for my public cloud deployment.
My overall review rating for Ubuntu Linux is eight out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Hybrid Cloud
If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Martin Prous
Discovering extensive documentation and seamless software integration elevates daily operations
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025
Review from a verified AWS customer
What is our primary use case?
Ubuntu Linux is my operating system for daily use, and because I am related to networking operations, I prefer Linux over Windows. The FortiClient in Windows is very limiting and the IT department most of the time doesn't know how to open certain ports or are very limited in their skills with FortiClient, so I have more freedom to open ports and run some services with it.
What is most valuable?
One of the best features of Ubuntu Linux is that if I need something, I just download it. Everything I need I could search for on the net and just download it and use it, whereas Windows is more problematic.
Ubuntu Linux's rapid support and extensive documentation are fine to me. Every time I need to do something, I find well-explained documentation about the process, so I have no complaints about the documentation or the info about how to do it.
What needs improvement?
I always use just the LTS versions of Ubuntu Linux, but I found recently some software that needs the 20.04 version, which is out of the support lifecycle, and those systems are needed by us, causing a problem when I tried to upgrade. The systems stopped working and it was a disaster, as they support the LTS but the old ones, and when I need to update some packages, they are out of the support system support cycle.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have used Ubuntu Linux for maybe 12 years.
How are customer service and support?
I have never rated the support or customer service of Ubuntu Linux as I have never used it.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
My experience with the pricing for Ubuntu Linux is that I always use the free version, so I never paid for any installations or support.
What other advice do I have?
I have not used Ubuntu Linux's cloud-init capabilities for configuring or managing instances in cloud environments.
I don't know of any things that could be better with Ubuntu Linux, as everything works fine.
On a scale of one to ten, I would rate Ubuntu Linux a 10 plus.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Azaz Qurershi
Using workstation features effectively with enhanced security
Reviewed on May 14, 2025
Review provided by PeerSpot
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.
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.
reviewer2023968
Focus on system enhancements to improve usability
Reviewed on May 13, 2025
Review provided by PeerSpot
What is our primary use case?
Can you describe some of the use cases for this product and where or how it is used?
What is most valuable?
What are some of the most valuable features in your opinion with Ubuntu Linux?
What needs improvement?
What areas could be improved with Ubuntu Linux in your opinion?
Where can they continue to improve and where can they focus their energy moving forward regarding improvements?
What was my experience with deployment of the solution?
Since you mentioned it was easy to install, how long does it take to deploy the product?
Can one person complete the deployment?
How are customer service and support?
How would you rate their customer service or the technical support with Ubuntu Linux? Have you ever used it?
There is substantial documentation and community support available.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
What would you say are some main differences between Ubuntu Linux and other Linux products that you have used?
What about the implementation team?
Are you the only one who is maintaining it, or how many people maintain the product?
What was our ROI?
Can you describe any cost savings or productivity boosts you have realized by using Ubuntu Linux?
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
What are your thoughts on how Ubuntu Linux is priced?
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
Is CentOS something you used recently in the last year?
What other advice do I have?
Do you still have experience with Windows and Linux products?
Which Linux products are you familiar with? Is it Ubuntu Linux, SUSE, Rocky, or some others?
Does it require a lot of maintenance?
How does Ubuntu Linux support your AI or machine learning projects?
Would you recommend Ubuntu Linux to others and why?
Prashanth D
Facilitate remote troubleshooting with built-in package support
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2025
Review provided by PeerSpot
What is our primary use case?
Most of our customers use Ubuntu Linux to host their websites. We configure Apache or Nginx and troubleshoot them. If their applications are down, we check the servers. If the server goes down or there is an issue, we look into them.
What is most valuable?
Ubuntu Linux is user-friendly through the command line. The packages inside the repository are built-in, which allows for easy installation from the server environment without relying on third-party applications. Additionally, Ubuntu Linux supports remote troubleshooting via SSH, allowing connection from anywhere, which is beneficial for troubleshooting server issues.
What needs improvement?
We face minor issues with the regular upgrade; manual upgrades are required. There have been network configuration issues, specifically with netplan.yaml. Unlike CentOS, Ubuntu Linux lacks an easily accessible inbuilt repository where dependencies or packages are easily found.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been working with Ubuntu Linux for about one and a half years.
What was my experience with deployment of the solution?
Deploying on-premises can take about twenty minutes, but with a good network, it can be faster. For cloud deployments via our jump servers, it takes less than ten minutes.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I have had no issues with the stability of Ubuntu Linux.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I find Ubuntu Linux scalable with no complaints.
How are customer service and support?
The support can be tough as immediate answers are not always available. However, Ubuntu Linux has a comprehensive knowledge base for self-help.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We have experience using CentOS. It allows direct root login, offering root privileges immediately.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup of Ubuntu Linux is easy.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The cost is not much, and I am not sure about the licensing cost because a separate team handles it.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
We have used CentOS and are familiar with it.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend using Ubuntu Linux as it is easy to handle. The biggest benefit is the ability to connect through SSH for remote troubleshooting. My total rating for Ubuntu Linux is ten out of ten.