I find the Linux community very valuable and the fact it is open source. So it's free and I use it without any problems.
Works
A good open-source solution but it could use a better UI
Pros and Cons
- "I find the Linux community very valuable and the fact it is open source. So it's free and I use it without any problems."
- "They aren't as user-friendly as Microsoft. The solution can use a better UI."
What is most valuable?
What needs improvement?
I'd like their updates to be better and some other official programs, as well as the user interface. They aren't as user-friendly as Microsoft. The solution can use a better UI.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've been using the solution for four years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I find the solution stable.
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What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
For me, the solution is scalable.
How are customer service and support?
I prefer to use the community, rather than technical support. I'm able to solve my problems using the community. It's easy to find answers to my questions.
What other advice do I have?
We use Covernity for cloud infrastructure, but for disk management, I use Unbuntu.
I would advise those thinking about using Ubuntu to be patient and don't switch to Windows.
I would rate the solution as 7 out of 10, because some platforms aren't as easy for users.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Founder at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
A stable, scalable and secure open source solution
Pros and Cons
- "The solution provides good security."
- "The solution could be more user-friendly, as I use Mac on a day to day basis."
What is our primary use case?
We use the solution to run our business applications.
What is most valuable?
The solution works well. It represents the standard product in our field.
What needs improvement?
The solution could be more user-friendly, as I use Mac on a day to day basis.
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 definitely stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution is definitely scalable.
How are customer service and technical support?
In our experience with customer service we have definitely been satisfied.
How was the initial setup?
The installation did not propose an issue for me as I was not involved in this process.
What about the implementation team?
We have a company which helped us with the installation.
All the people involved are technical.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The solution is open source and its use is included in the monthly fees we pay.
What other advice do I have?
The solution provides good security.
It is both on-premises and cloud-based.
The solution really fulfills our purposes for the moment, so there is not much to note by way of improvement.
I rate Ubuntu Linux as a ten out of ten.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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Lead Consultant at a tech services company with 1-10 employees
Open source with a fast OS; lacks sufficient documentation
Pros and Cons
- "Open source with a fast OS."
- "The installation of Ubuntu is somewhat complicated, requires better documentation."
What is our primary use case?
Our primary use case is for implementing anything that's open source, like a network monitoring tool or anything connected to network, security or vulnerability scanning. It can all be done with Linux.
What is most valuable?
The solution is open source and free with a fast OS.
What needs improvement?
The installation of Ubuntu is somewhat complicated. It requires searching online forums and installation takes time. If there was additional training and documentation available, better support for integration, that would be helpful. The UI could be improved.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've been using this solution for over 20 years.
How was the initial setup?
For business, the initial deployment is straightforward. If additional hard disk is required, then that will be difficult. Deployment took around 20 minutes and I believe we have around 10 users.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The solution is open source, so no licensing costs.
What other advice do I have?
I recommend this solution if it's appropriate to your needs.
I rate this product a seven out of 10.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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