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Debian Overview

What is Debian?

Debian is an operating system is the set of basic programs and utilities that make your computer run , at the core of an operating system is the kernel.

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Debian is an operating system is the set of basic programs and utilities that make your computer run , at the core of an operating system is the kernel.


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The Debian Project is an association of individuals who have made common cause to create a free operating system. This operating system that we have created is called Debian GNU/Linux, or simply Debian for short. Debian is produced by more than a thousand active developers spread around the world who volunteer in their spare time.


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Gnana P.Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
5.0 out of 5
"It was a great platform"
The user experience it makes job easier for me
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4.0 out of 5
"One of the best OS out there for software development"
I love the way is bulit. I really like the tones of options/customization that i can do, to make it closer to my needs.
Vijayan E.
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Vijayan E.Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
5.0 out of 5
"A Stable Operating systems for all use cases"
Its a stable and relaible one making it excellent choice for both development and security purposes. I love the strong community support from all o...
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What do you like best about Debian?

I like most about Debian is that it's steady and has many software options for different jobs, so it's reliable and useful. It prioritizes security with frequent updates and a strong security team. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Debian?

Setting up Debian can be trickier for new users compared to some other Linux options. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Debian solving and how is that benefiting you?

It gives you a stable and secure operating system, ensuring your computer runs smoothly without crashes or security worries. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Debian?

Its strong community support and commitment to free and open-source software principles. Its regular updates ensure security and performance improvements. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Debian?

Some people might find it hard to install Debian, especially if they're used to simpler setups. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Debian solving and how is that benefiting you?

It gives you a dependable operating system that works well for all kinds of tasks. It offers lots of free software options, so you can do what you need without spending money. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Debian?

Debian 11 is a simple and reliable distro that just helps you to make the work done. You won’t get any surprise with it - neither negative nor positive. This LTS release is supported for 5 years. So, you can install it and just focus on your work. Also, you need to have some Linux experience to install and configure Debian 11. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Debian?

On the other hand, the software in Debian is always a bit older than it should be. You can overcome this obstacle with Flatpak or Snap apps. But this will not give the experience of native apps. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Debian solving and how is that benefiting you?

Creating a tailored operating system for specialized embedded hardware Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Anand C.
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What do you like best about Debian?

Debian OS is easy to go operation system with open-source tools loaded Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Debian?

More open source tools can be added to make the OS more user-friendly and easy to go tool Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Debian solving and how is that benefiting you?

The major problem solved by this OS is its free to use and open source nature which makes this OS more reachable and hence better delivery od solutions with optimum output Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Patrick S.
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What do you like best about Debian?

What I like the most is the easy of use, his wide range of software supported and the huge community behind it, I've never been in a situation where I'm stuck and i couldn't find a solution to my issue Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Debian?

To be honest I'm yet to find something that I don't like about it maybe in the future I may update my review right now it fit my needs it's just out of the box, that's it Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Debian solving and how is that benefiting you?

Currently i use debian to host some websites, databases(MySQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL) and to run some custom software and setup and deployment is really easy you don't need to be too advanced to understand it even though I use it in command line Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Debian?

It provides good stable environment and even is low spec hardwares. Very much leightweight and speed is good. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Debian?

Older packages and lack of proper updates. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Debian solving and how is that benefiting you?

For server that is hosting cpanel websites. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Debian?

The installation is very straightforward and the package manager is the best you can have. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Debian?

The available versions of software can be a little older than other distros. This happens because the stable version does several checks and has strict criteria. The outcome is it is very hard (you need to try) to break your system by installing wrong .deb packages. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Debian solving and how is that benefiting you?

It is an excellent OS that can be installed for free. Almost impossible to break it. The application "store" is very complete, and you have the choice of using great desktops full of features and also lightweight desktops for older machines. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Debian?

Debian OS is the most stable Linux distribution and it very useful for people who want to use linux for normal activities like office work. Common utility softwares such as libre office,calc, write all of these are inbuilt and easy to install softwares with apt and dpkg. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Debian?

There will be some issues with some particular drivers, but it can be fixed.

Debian don't have a good customer support but have a great community support. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Debian solving and how is that benefiting you?

As security researcher I always need a linux OS with me and by using Debian12 OS I got a solution that I can use it for my work and also without any stability issues. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Yatin P.
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What do you like best about Debian?

All the popular packages available and easy to instal. Also speed of application is great. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Debian?

Keep changing versions which requires package selection difficulty Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Debian solving and how is that benefiting you?

Help me to migrate windows based systems to linux bassed Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Anil C.
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What do you like best about Debian?

Debian is Stable with good Package Management and also this is a secure OS. This is Lightweight and fast os. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Debian?

Not getting software package updates Like other distributions Ubuntu. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Debian solving and how is that benefiting you?

This Os is run with fewer resources and is secure. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.