Ubuntu Pro FIPS 18.04 LTS
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Ubuntu: Solid Overall, but Updates and Usability Can Be Tricky
What do you like best about the product?
Ubuntu has been our go-to linux for many years, we use it to run our web servers. I like that it is regularly updated, has long term support, and is open source. Its pretty easy to install, reliable, and has uptime measured in years so it is very reliable.
What do you dislike about the product?
Ubuntu can sometimes be more difficult to use and update than other distributions.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
We were looking for an excellent, reliable OS for web hosting.
User-Friendly, Secure, Missing Microsoft Office Integration
What do you like best about the product?
I find Ubuntu very easy to use with an interface that's not complicated. I like its focus on privacy, as it doesn't show ads in my start menu. It's also great how compatible it is with Excel and Word files. I use Ubuntu with VLC for watching movies and handling other media-related tasks.
What do you dislike about the product?
I wish Microsoft Office was made available.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
I use Ubuntu for learning Python programming due to its easy interface. It values privacy, doesn't show ads in the start menu, and handles Excel and Word files compatibly.
Stable, Flexible Development Environment with Room for Improvement
What do you like best about the product?
I use Ubuntu for development and data-related work. It provides a stable and flexible development environment that makes it easy to work with programming tools. I like its stability and simplicity, which makes development and working with data tools smooth and easy. I also like its package management and terminal tools the most, as they make installing and updating quick and easy. The initial setup was quite easy.
What do you dislike about the product?
Some hardware driver support can be inconsistent. A few desktop features could be more polished, particularly desktop customization and display scaling options, which can feel limited or inconsistent on high-resolution screens.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Ubuntu offers a stable and flexible development environment, making it easy to work with programming tools. I like its stability and simplicity, which ensure smooth workflow in development and data tools.
Reliable and User-Friendly, But Software Support Needs Improvement
What do you like best about the product?
What I like best about Ubuntu is how simple and reliable it feels for everyday use. It’s easy to install, works smoothly even on older hardware, and rarely crashes.
What do you dislike about the product?
What I dislike about Ubuntu is that some software and games aren’t fully supported, especially proprietary or Windows-only applications. Hardware compatibility can be hit or miss with certain Wi-Fi cards, printers, or graphics drivers, and fixing these issues sometimes requires using the terminal.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Ubuntu solves the problem of costly and restrictive operating systems by being free and open-source, which saves money and removes licensing limits. It also addresses security and stability issues.
User-Friendly GUI, But Stability Issues for Production
What do you like best about the product?
I appreciate Ubuntu's ease of interaction and graphical user interface, which stands out compared to alternatives like RHEL, making it more user-friendly for running production workloads without much hassle. I love the extensive package availability and straightforward installation steps, which simplify setting up and maintaining the system. The support provided for Ubuntu is commendable, providing confidence in resolving issues and queries. The GUI offers a smoother and more intuitive experience which enhances productivity and usability.
What do you dislike about the product?
I often face system crashes with Ubuntu, which limits its reliability for production workloads. This instability is a significant drawback that prevents me from fully adopting Ubuntu compared to alternatives like RHEL. Additionally, there’s a lack of equivalent functionality to RHEL, particularly with features such as IDM (Identity Management), which are not as straightforward in Ubuntu. These issues represent the main areas where Ubuntu lags behind other solutions in meeting my professional needs.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
I use Ubuntu for its ease of interaction and GUI for running production workloads without much hassle, benefiting from package availability and support. However, I face system crashes, which hinder its broader use for production.
Reliable Linux OS, But Snap Integration Is Frustrating
What do you like best about the product?
This is a dependable and flexible operating system that is based on the Linux kernel.
What do you dislike about the product?
I have a definite dislike for Ubuntu, though I wouldn’t go so far as to say I hate it. My main issue lies with its use of snaps and the increasing pressure to use them, which seems to intensify with each new release.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Ubuntu is a Linux distribution that stands out for being beginner-friendly, offering ease of use, strong security, and cost-effectiveness.
Versatile OS with Robust Developer Support
What do you like best about the product?
I love Ubuntu for its user-friendly, stable interface, and the extensive software ecosystem it offers. Being open-source and free of cost is an incredible benefit. I appreciate the robust security features and the customizable user-friendly desktop environment. Its efficiency in running developer tools like Eclipse and VS Code is fantastic, with fast load times and easy development environments. Ubuntu's flexibility, resource efficiency, and compatibility with several applications and web servers make it ideal for development and versatile uses across platforms like desktop, laptop servers, and cloud computing. The strong community support and wide range of developer tools it offers are impressive.
What do you dislike about the product?
{"I am concerned about the slow performance and startup issues due to the snap package system in Ubuntu. It feels like there is a lack of focus on optimizing the desktop user experience, which impacts usability.","There is perceived lack of focus on desktop users from Canonical, which affects user satisfaction and overall experience."}
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
I use Ubuntu to solve cost, security, system load issues, and to gain customization freedom. It is resource-efficient, ideal for developers supporting various applications, benefiting my Android development and day-to-day tasks with its lightweight and efficient system.
Secure and Feature-Rich, But Challenging Setup
What do you like best about the product?
I appreciate Ubuntu for its strong security features that ensure my information is well-protected. I also value its capability to help me create systems and complete tasks online efficiently, which is greatly beneficial for my everyday activities.
What do you dislike about the product?
I found the setup process for Ubuntu very challenging due to complications in the interface. It was difficult because I wasn't familiar with it, making the process tough to manage initially.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Ubuntu helps me create good systems and manage tasks online efficiently, providing a secure platform with useful features.
Great OS
What do you like best about the product?
The performance. Developer-Friendly
Comes with a huge package ecosystem (apt is solid and well-maintained).
Great support for Docker, Node.js, Python, and most dev tools.
WSL support makes it the default Linux experience for Windows users too
Comes with a huge package ecosystem (apt is solid and well-maintained).
Great support for Docker, Node.js, Python, and most dev tools.
WSL support makes it the default Linux experience for Windows users too
What do you dislike about the product?
Snap Packaging System
Slow startup times for Snap apps (e.g., VS Code, Chromium).
Snaps are sandboxed, which can break integrations (e.g., accessing .bashrc, using certain fonts).
Forced adoption — e.g., Firefox is only available as a Snap in recent versions, which frustrates some users.
Slow startup times for Snap apps (e.g., VS Code, Chromium).
Snaps are sandboxed, which can break integrations (e.g., accessing .bashrc, using certain fonts).
Forced adoption — e.g., Firefox is only available as a Snap in recent versions, which frustrates some users.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Problem: Installing and maintaining a Linux system is hard for non-experts
simple to setup, clean interface without any unnecessary complexity
What do you like best about the product?
fast, stable and free. Both for development and personal use
What do you dislike about the product?
some software requires extra setup, time consuming
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Gives me reliable, open source OS that is secure and developer friendly. Run smoothly even on older hardware
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