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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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.
More reliable, user friendly and secure then ever before..!!!
What do you like best about the product?
The foremost thing which makes Ubuntu differ from other linux distributions is the vast community support, comparatively better software compatibility and easier to adapt due wide range of documentation and tutorial available online.
What do you dislike about the product?
Less support for the gaming applications and lack of hardware integration, especially in terms of GPU integration.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
In our company, it is used as the primary operating system with Desktop as a Service due to its lightweight nature and go to OS due to its fast boot time when it comes to virtual environments for application hosting.
Great Balance of Power and Ease of Use
What do you like best about the product?
Highly customizable to fit different workflows. Frequent updates keep the system secure and stable
What do you dislike about the product?
while user-friendly , some Linux concepts still require time to learn for newcomers
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Limited customization, cost savings compared to other OSes like windows and Mac ,Built on Linux, Ubuntu is inherently more secure, has fewer malware threats, and gets regular security patches.
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What do you like best about the product?
I use it all the time and it is very nice to use.
What do you dislike about the product?
All is helpful except the interface. Othr features are good for me.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Speed by beiging fast in processing.
Best hosting Server software
What do you like best about the product?
Ubuntu is very useful in the linux environment and is a very lightweight software that eases the production environment deployments and maintenance. It robust OS maintenance enables businesses to focus a step ahead.
What do you dislike about the product?
The documentation of ubuntu is something I feel the space for improvement as the best features of it are dwelled on a requirement basis rather than that of knowledge basis, The documentation development shall enable the Industries to better understand the use of Ubuntu.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
It is solving the challenges of multiple Docker containers deployment and thereby enabling to focus on the Business rather than that of Production environment tussles
Ubuntu is an easy to use and powerful linux distro
What do you like best about the product?
I like how easy it is to install and get updates
What do you dislike about the product?
It is a bit more bloated than other distros
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
I use this on local hardware and cloud installations as a secure and efficient operating system
UBUNTU LIKE
What do you like best about the product?
Open source that means I can customezed in the way that I like
What do you dislike about the product?
The Window Manager I prefer the old ones like GNOME
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
I can duplicate the same installation and configuration for all my dev team
In a sea of operating systems : Ubuntu stands out.
What do you like best about the product?
Taking into consideration that one mostly or usually installs it over a Windows system (which they don't have to do & experiment it much less often), I appreciate :
i) ease of installation, update (livepatch, landscape or not).
ii) locating applications that are approved is a cinch via the software-boutique
iii) I trust Canonical to make a secure product that rivals the best out there.
iv) interesting the chose to leave the apt-get, apt but can combine with snap and others for package management.
v) landscape is a terrific product especially if combined with a remote access web interface (like dwservice).
vi) I can install it on a newbie's unit and they are up and running very quickly - the learning curb between windows 7 and ubuntu 24.04 mate is easy to overcome.
i) ease of installation, update (livepatch, landscape or not).
ii) locating applications that are approved is a cinch via the software-boutique
iii) I trust Canonical to make a secure product that rivals the best out there.
iv) interesting the chose to leave the apt-get, apt but can combine with snap and others for package management.
v) landscape is a terrific product especially if combined with a remote access web interface (like dwservice).
vi) I can install it on a newbie's unit and they are up and running very quickly - the learning curb between windows 7 and ubuntu 24.04 mate is easy to overcome.
What do you dislike about the product?
I am a user but also a system administrator, so for what I do :
a) I don't find the default gnome interface as intuitive or user-friendly as Mate, LXDE or others.
b) some products don't have a smooth installation documentation even after several attemps, like OpenStack - whereas MicroStack was much more compliant.
c) my perception is that it's starts to get complicated to be a member of the various forums : ubuntu, charm, ...etc.
d) this is not a dislike, but somehow too many business will opt for redhat, when I feel they could get more with Canonical and Ubuntu.
e) I've run into issues attempting to un-install some products (openstack) as it seems to integrate deeply with many components : unlike a lighter product like virtualbox.
a) I don't find the default gnome interface as intuitive or user-friendly as Mate, LXDE or others.
b) some products don't have a smooth installation documentation even after several attemps, like OpenStack - whereas MicroStack was much more compliant.
c) my perception is that it's starts to get complicated to be a member of the various forums : ubuntu, charm, ...etc.
d) this is not a dislike, but somehow too many business will opt for redhat, when I feel they could get more with Canonical and Ubuntu.
e) I've run into issues attempting to un-install some products (openstack) as it seems to integrate deeply with many components : unlike a lighter product like virtualbox.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
I need a robust yet efficient platform to : do my daily work (desktop/workstation), server administration (web, security,automation) - and not have to worry about many aspects that it take care of for me.
Focus on system enhancements to improve usability
What is our primary use case?
Can you describe some of the use cases for this product and where or how it is used?
What is most valuable?
What are some of the most valuable features in your opinion with Ubuntu Linux?
What needs improvement?
What areas could be improved with Ubuntu Linux in your opinion?
Where can they continue to improve and where can they focus their energy moving forward regarding improvements?
What was my experience with deployment of the solution?
Since you mentioned it was easy to install, how long does it take to deploy the product?
Can one person complete the deployment?
How are customer service and support?
How would you rate their customer service or the technical support with Ubuntu Linux? Have you ever used it?
There is substantial documentation and community support available.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
What would you say are some main differences between Ubuntu Linux and other Linux products that you have used?
What about the implementation team?
Are you the only one who is maintaining it, or how many people maintain the product?
What was our ROI?
Can you describe any cost savings or productivity boosts you have realized by using Ubuntu Linux?
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
What are your thoughts on how Ubuntu Linux is priced?
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
Is CentOS something you used recently in the last year?
What other advice do I have?
Do you still have experience with Windows and Linux products?
Which Linux products are you familiar with? Is it Ubuntu Linux, SUSE, Rocky, or some others?
Does it require a lot of maintenance?
How does Ubuntu Linux support your AI or machine learning projects?
Would you recommend Ubuntu Linux to others and why?
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