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What is Ubuntu?

Super-fast, easy to use and free, the Ubuntu operating system (OS) powers millions of machines worldwide.: * Ubuntu server is the most popular OS for VMs and containers in the public cloud. * Ubuntu server is the default choice for * Ubuntu desktop is the preferred OS for developer desktops and workstations * Ubuntu for embedded runs the most advanced robots

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Super-fast, easy to use and free, the Ubuntu operating system powers millions of desktops, netbooks and servers around the world.


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We deliver open source to the world faster, more securely and more cost effectively than any other company.We develop Ubuntu, the world’s most popular enterprise Linux from cloud to edge, together with a passionate global community of 200,000 contributors. Ubuntu means 'humanity to others'​. We chose it because it embodies the generosity at the heart of open source, the new normal for platforms and innovation.


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"Classy and developer favorite!"
Good integration and with an excellent support. Easy to install apps on it.
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"Ubuntu for hadoop"
The best thing i like in ubuntu . As a data engineer hadoop is supported in ubuntu
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Customizabilty and ease of use is what it makes it stands out. Its developer environment is awesome and I still keep on discovering new things ever...
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The number 1 open source operating system powers millions of PCs and laptops around the world.
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What do you like best about Ubuntu?

1. Repository (apt) is updated with new packages which are latest one.

2. Systemctl command is more reliable in Ubuntu 24.04 version compare to Ubuntu 22.

3. Boot time taken in Ubuntu 24.04 is very fast compare to my other OS like Centos and Debian 11.

4. Reboot time taken after any configuration change is quite fast compare to Amazon Linux 2 as I did comparison for both OS and can say that AZ2 takes 2 min 4 sec to re-up the server while ubuntu 24.04 takes 1 min 3 sec compare to AZ2 for re-up. So we can say it saves half of the time.

5. It supports maximum range of lower version of Database i.e. mysql, maria-db.

6. Nginx and Apache both web server functions more smoothly in Ubuntu 24.04 OS. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Ubuntu?

1. CPU core process utlization is quite high at start up of any web services like nginx and apache2.

2. SWAP space time to use in case of requirement is quite longer as compare to other OS. When I mount swap partition and try to use it but it was available not immediately but it was available after few more minutes post providing mount point.

So this second point is totally comes inder dislike category as it was totally irritating. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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

Latest packages which were not available in default repository are added in default repo in Ubuntu 24.04. Same issue was found in ubuntu 20 and ubuntu 22 version. So this is best benefit in my case. because to get latest package, we need to add manual repo and need to get that package from external repo which is resolved now. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Dhiraj T.
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What do you like best about Ubuntu?

The ubuntu is really best for development, weather it is a web application developement or mobile application. I have been using it since last 4 years and it is running so smoothly. Ubuntu has really worked on its look and feel. Since the Gnome 46(ubuntu 24.04) its new look is just fabulous. and the support to more application is just great. One of the best feature I like about ubuntu is its multiple display transition. It is just so smooth allowing filtering the apps on diffrent displays. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Ubuntu?

Sometimes it gives problem to mounting of external devices. But that is fixable. If we little commands on terminal and understanding of the ubuntu file system, it is solvable. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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

My hardware is not that mych powerful and that's why for such configuration, ubuntu is giving me best performance. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Ubuntu?

I usually setup servers to host websites and such, and Ubuntu server just makes that job a breeze, it contains all the normal tools you'd want, and is setup quite fast. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Ubuntu?

I honestly don't think I can find anything I particularly dislike about it, it's just plain old ubuntu with no GUI, I would say I'd like to have some sort of web UI available to look at some quick statistics without ssh, but setting that up using external packages isn't hard by any means. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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

It allows me to easily install it on a local server or a vm on azure/aws and quickly setup a hosting server for any web application we develop. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Ubuntu?

Everything, is a great OS, easy to use, have a lot of drivers ready to go and is extremely secure. Can be afordable to be integrated with many platforms and one develop here can be used along many kind of devices, the implementation will be directly based on one of the many flavors. Good enough to use frequently like main desktop OS. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Ubuntu?

As usual in linux, many thing must be done using terminal, I like to use Terminal but I cannot upgrade the ubuntu version without errors. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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

Free of charge all the time, so we can use Ubuntu as main system without need to pay a cent for it. Is extremely secure and we can find a lot of great apps Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Ubuntu?

As a hard core linux user I use ubuntu on daily basis, while creating ec2 servers it is mostly preferred to use any linux distrubution and ubuntu is the go to dirstro that you can count on.

Best thing about ubuntu is it the most stable linux distrubtion out their with regular updates and a vast range of software and hardware support.

The OS is secure and compatible with majority systems. Apart from powerful linux terminal you'll get a strong GUI, hence it is user freindly.

Ubuntu is open source, it has a strong commutiny of developers that develope UI softwares that are compatibel with latest hardware in the market.

Everything in ubuntu is upto dated and it is one of the best choice for software developers out there Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Ubuntu?

From a developer perspective when working with legacy code bases the configuration process is so teidious as some of the repositories are miss managed and the solutions are out dated Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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

It has the power of linux terminal with windows like user experience that makes it one of the best OS to learn linux as a beginner.

Great For Developers Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Ubuntu?

What I like best about Ubuntu 24.04 LTS is its blend of performance and usability. The new Flutter-based installer and GNOME 46 desktop make it user-friendly, while the Linux 6.8 kernel ensures robust performance and security. Plus, the long-term support until 2036 offers peace of mind for stability and updates. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Ubuntu?

One downside of Ubuntu 24.04 LTS is the reliance on Snap packages, which can be slower to launch compared to traditional DEB packages. Additionally, some users might find the frequent updates and changes in the GNOME desktop environment a bit overwhelming. However, these are minor issues in an otherwise solid release. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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

From a Flutter developer’s perspective, Ubuntu 24.04 LTS addresses several key issues:

Development Environment: Ubuntu provides a stable and consistent environment, which is crucial for Flutter development. The new App Center makes it easy to install and manage development tools and dependencies.

Performance: The Linux 6.8 kernel enhances system performance, ensuring that your development environment runs smoothly, even when handling resource-intensive tasks like building and testing Flutter apps.

Security: With improved security features, including stricter controls on unprivileged user namespaces, Ubuntu helps protect your development environment from vulnerabilities, allowing you to focus on coding without worrying about security risks.

Long-Term Support: The LTS version guarantees updates and support until 2036, providing a reliable platform for long-term projects and reducing the need for frequent system upgrades.

These features collectively create a robust and efficient development environment, enabling you to build, test, and deploy Flutter applications with confidence. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Ubuntu?

Adjust multiple features and functionalities to layers within the server, query for multiple domains and folders over the Internet.

Guaranteed security and DHCP server for blocking and limiting users connected without a router.

User database registration and sales and file modifications. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Ubuntu?

Ubuntu Server is polished, secure and stable, I have no problems of any kind with this server. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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

I have Ubuntu Server installed on the server to manage networks and databases, users require prior registration and instant security.

I also have a Virtual Machine to verify security and stability of programs and not damage the main server with extra modifications. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Ubuntu?

Ubuntu is really stable and reliable to use it on work. On daily basis I use ubuntu to do my office work and it's serving me well. I do open multiple windows and browser but it works smoothly without any lag. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Ubuntu?

There is only one thing that I don't like is limition of software available on ubuntu OS. Softwares like arena and Cplex are only available on different platform but not on ubuntu. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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

I do use ubuntu for my daily work purpose and it's working fine. On daily basis I use Mozilla thunderbird mail client with google chrome to check my emails. For fun I use spotify and some game on steam which is great. All multitasking I'm doing is working smoothly without any lag so I don't really have any complain about ubuntu. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Ubuntu?

Ubuntu has the best range of services available, perfect to install and start using, it also has custom and native programs in the latest Kernel.

Efficient terminal and program execution in error-free.

Easy installation on server or virtual machine. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Ubuntu?

Ubuntu has strong material but sometimes reboot takes time to run external services, improve RAM usage for parallel server. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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

Configure user access, security and internal database to improve program and list querying.

Test on virtual machine before installing or downloading updates to the dedicated server version.

I recommend using Ubuntu for high security and they come with automatic network detection and easy DHCP configuration. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Akkshay A S.
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What do you like best about Ubuntu?

The best thing about ubuntu is it's easy to use and it offers a smooth interface for beginners. As it's an open source so anyone can use it and impliment it. It also provide security by providing frequent updates.

It is easy to integrate as it runs smoothly even on old hardware and it has great customer support. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Ubuntu?

The most important thing is some of the important sofware/ products are not supported by ubuntu. The frequency of use updates sometimes gets delayed on ubuntu as compared to other OS. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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

The best part about ubuntu is it's free OS as many of users like face face cost issue with other OS but ubuntu being free is a great help. ubuntu has regular security updates so it's very secure. And it has a great customer support so no user has to struggle for customer support as it's great. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.