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.
Ubuntu Pro FIPS 18.04 LTS
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The best free software operating system
What do you like best about the product?
It is an Operating System that is maintained over the years and does not lose support, as well as they continue to create new and improved versions. They have a wide variety of compatible applications for daily work.
What do you dislike about the product?
Some apps are incompatible but you always find an alternative.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
I avoid paying for a Windows license for basic tasks like loading an Excel file, displaying indicators, or accessing via a web browser.
Amazing OS for various mixed use cases
What do you like best about the product?
Ubuntu runs all open source software and is very easy to configure anything from cloud connections to HPC. The integration with cloud providers is seamless and can be implemented with any open source applications. Its the go to OS to use for everything because of its open source capabilities and our company uses it everyday for a variety of things. Customer support is top notch!
What do you dislike about the product?
I cannot find many downsides to using Ubuntu. There are version that go from free to enterprise so there is something for everyone.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Ubunutu helps us with integrating open source projects thats some other OS's would not be able to work with. It is beneficial because everything can be run from their desktop or server. They have metal as a service. They have made it very simple to implement anything for our projects.
User friendly and most secured OS in the World
What do you like best about the product?
user-friendly interface, robust package management, and strong community support.
What do you dislike about the product?
Those who loved windows find difficult to use Ubuntu because of their interface and separate apps.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Ubuntu is solving various problems related to software stability, ease of use, and system management, which benefits users by providing a reliable and efficient computing environment
Best operating system in world
What do you like best about the product?
Open source and easy to use, easy availability, free with lots of features, secure.
What do you dislike about the product?
I did not found any dislike till now, although working on ubuntu from last 8 years.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Making software development easy.
Ubuntu - Fast & furious
What do you like best about the product?
Its very Fast , Easy to use Just press the Commands & you get the Output , Good For Coding. And stress reliver for Coder & IT members.
What do you dislike about the product?
There is No such thing for Dislike but yes It Tough for beginners specially for those who are shifting from windows to ubuntu.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
We are using for network VAPT , Cloud VAPT , other then that we are also Using For Patching .
Ubuntu – efficiency meets simplicity
What do you like best about the product?
i use most linux distribution, i like ubuntu because easy, friendly user, easy of implementation, and can use for several domains
What do you dislike about the product?
all things are good i did'nt find any thing to dislike
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Ubuntu solves several key problems for users like me. First, it provides a free and open-source operating system that is stable, secure, and regularly updated, which eliminates the need for expensive proprietary software. Second, Ubuntu has a vast software repository and a strong community, making it easy to find tools and get help quickly when facing issues.
Personally, Ubuntu has benefited me by giving me full control over my development environment. I use it for software development, especially in networking and backend projects, thanks to its strong support for programming languages, package managers, and tools like Docker and Git. It also runs smoothly on older hardware, which helps me make the most of my resources
Personally, Ubuntu has benefited me by giving me full control over my development environment. I use it for software development, especially in networking and backend projects, thanks to its strong support for programming languages, package managers, and tools like Docker and Git. It also runs smoothly on older hardware, which helps me make the most of my resources
Developer friendly OS
What do you like best about the product?
The best thing I like is that Ubuntu is fast, stable, and doesn't use a lot of system resources. I use it mostly through the terminal on a cloud VM, and all the commands work smoothly. It’s also easy to install Python, Splunk, and other tools I need for work.
What do you dislike about the product?
Sometimes it’s hard to figure out driver issues or GUI setup if you’re using it locally. Also, some commands or tools are missing in minimal installs, like lsb_release,nano,vi and I had to install them manually. It would be better if they came pre-installed in basic cloud images too.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Ubuntu helps me run cloud-based servers for tasks like collecting and analyzing logs using Splunk, testing Python scripts, and installing lightweight tools. I don't need a heavy OS or GUI — just a terminal-based environment that is fast and reliable. Ubuntu gives me that. It also saves time because most tools I need (like curl, git, python, apt) work without extra setup. This helps me quickly do hands-on tasks while working remotely.
Its a Great Exprerience, No Lag to use and responsive, Since the application running in the cloud
What do you like best about the product?
Linux flavor, Debain based, Openly Available, Easy to use
What do you dislike about the product?
Store Support and Package Management can be better with community
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Cost Cutting, Kernal Control, Virtualization Popularity and Firewall and Minimum Resource Consumption.
Flexible and reliable Linux Distribution
What do you like best about the product?
What I Like:
✅ Ubuntu Server stands out for its robust scalability and flexibility across a wide range of server workloads. Its compatibility with both x86 and ARM architectures, as well as support for IBM System Z mainframes, makes it suitable for diverse deployment scenarios, from small business servers to large-scale enterprise data centers.
The system is engineered for performance and reliability, leveraging the latest Linux kernel and offering optimized virtualization tools such as KVM and QEMU, alongside updated containerization platforms like Docker and Kubernetes.
✅ The long-term support (LTS) releases are a significant advantage, providing five years of standard security updates, with Ubuntu Pro extending coverage to ten years or more for over 30,000 packages. This extended lifecycle is particularly valuable for organizations managing mission-critical infrastructure that requires predictable maintenance windows and minimal disruption.
✅ Ubuntu Server’s command-line interface is efficient for remote management and automation, especially over SSH, and the system maintains lower resource requirements compared to desktop distributions. Integrated tools such as Netplan for YAML-based network configuration and Open vSwitch for advanced networking give administrators granular control over network setups. The package management ecosystem, with both APT and Snap support, simplifies software installation and updates, while the active Ubuntu community and extensive documentation facilitate troubleshooting and onboarding.
Key technical features I really appreciate:
• Lean initial installation with no GUI by default, optimizing resource usage for server environments.
• Certified compatibility with major hardware OEMs and broad support for server applications, including web, database, file, and mail servers.
• Built-in security features such as AppArmor and optional SELinux, with regular security updates and patch management.
• Comprehensive deployment and application modeling tools for scaling infrastructure and automating repetitive tasks.
• Support for modern filesystems like ZFS, including snapshot capabilities, and container management with LXD
✅ Ubuntu Server stands out for its robust scalability and flexibility across a wide range of server workloads. Its compatibility with both x86 and ARM architectures, as well as support for IBM System Z mainframes, makes it suitable for diverse deployment scenarios, from small business servers to large-scale enterprise data centers.
The system is engineered for performance and reliability, leveraging the latest Linux kernel and offering optimized virtualization tools such as KVM and QEMU, alongside updated containerization platforms like Docker and Kubernetes.
✅ The long-term support (LTS) releases are a significant advantage, providing five years of standard security updates, with Ubuntu Pro extending coverage to ten years or more for over 30,000 packages. This extended lifecycle is particularly valuable for organizations managing mission-critical infrastructure that requires predictable maintenance windows and minimal disruption.
✅ Ubuntu Server’s command-line interface is efficient for remote management and automation, especially over SSH, and the system maintains lower resource requirements compared to desktop distributions. Integrated tools such as Netplan for YAML-based network configuration and Open vSwitch for advanced networking give administrators granular control over network setups. The package management ecosystem, with both APT and Snap support, simplifies software installation and updates, while the active Ubuntu community and extensive documentation facilitate troubleshooting and onboarding.
Key technical features I really appreciate:
• Lean initial installation with no GUI by default, optimizing resource usage for server environments.
• Certified compatibility with major hardware OEMs and broad support for server applications, including web, database, file, and mail servers.
• Built-in security features such as AppArmor and optional SELinux, with regular security updates and patch management.
• Comprehensive deployment and application modeling tools for scaling infrastructure and automating repetitive tasks.
• Support for modern filesystems like ZFS, including snapshot capabilities, and container management with LXD
What do you dislike about the product?
• Resource consumption is higher than some minimalistic alternatives like Debian,
• Compatibility issues occasionally arise with certain hardware or proprietary software, and the size of the OS image is larger than some other distributions.
• Out-of-the-box security is not as stringent as some competitors (e.g., CentOS or Debian), requiring additional manual configuration to harden the system for production use.
• Compatibility issues occasionally arise with certain hardware or proprietary software, and the size of the OS image is larger than some other distributions.
• Out-of-the-box security is not as stringent as some competitors (e.g., CentOS or Debian), requiring additional manual configuration to harden the system for production use.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Deploying Ubuntu Server has enabled me to standardize and streamline server management across a variety of workloads, including web, database, and file services. The predictable release cycle and long-term support have provided stability for mission-critical applications, reducing the risk of unexpected end-of-life scenarios and minimizing downtime during upgrades.
The rich ecosystem of server applications and the availability of automation tools (such as Ansible, Docker, and Kubernetes) have accelerated infrastructure provisioning and configuration, making it easier to scale environments as business needs evolve. The active community support and abundance of online resources have been invaluable for troubleshooting and optimizing deployments, especially when integrating new technologies or addressing compatibility challenges.
Additionally, the security update cadence and built-in hardening features have contributed to a more secure server environment, helping to mitigate risks from emerging vulnerabilities and compliance requirements. The flexibility to deploy on both physical and virtual infrastructure, as well as in public or private clouds, has made Ubuntu Server a versatile foundation for a range of IT projects and services.
The rich ecosystem of server applications and the availability of automation tools (such as Ansible, Docker, and Kubernetes) have accelerated infrastructure provisioning and configuration, making it easier to scale environments as business needs evolve. The active community support and abundance of online resources have been invaluable for troubleshooting and optimizing deployments, especially when integrating new technologies or addressing compatibility challenges.
Additionally, the security update cadence and built-in hardening features have contributed to a more secure server environment, helping to mitigate risks from emerging vulnerabilities and compliance requirements. The flexibility to deploy on both physical and virtual infrastructure, as well as in public or private clouds, has made Ubuntu Server a versatile foundation for a range of IT projects and services.
Discovering extensive documentation and seamless software integration elevates daily operations
What is our primary use case?
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)
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