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Ubuntu Pro FIPS 18.04 LTS

Canonical Group Limited

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    Elmir T.

My 4 years used Operating System

  • June 14, 2019
  • Review provided by G2

What do you like best about the product?
I really like it's the way of installing, it's really trivial, even if you're not a technical person, you can easily install and use it. When I decided to switch from Windows to Ubuntu the real reason was that its security standards are really high, as I carry the important files of the company, this was a perfect fit for me.
What do you dislike about the product?
The one that I really dislike is that most programs are not supported, especially games, so I'm using 2 different computers. When you download something regarding new application, it usually takes to the software center, which is a bit annoying.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Benefits: Customization, Ubuntu One Storage, Firefox and Thunderbird pre installed/

Problems: Some times it's freezing when you install or update something.
Recommendations to others considering the product:
If you're worried about security issues or your computer is not that powerful and freezing, just switch


    Siddarth S.

Open Source is the Future

  • June 10, 2019
  • Review provided by G2

What do you like best about the product?
My daily driver to be honest. It doesn't have all the apps but is highly customizable and personalized. It looks sleek and is fast. it also has support for Windows Apps so that's a plus point. As someone who uses the console for every project, I love this operating system. It's light weight , free, and secure.
What do you dislike about the product?
The first thing we see when we start using Ubuntu is that It doesn't have all the apps, although the introduction of snap apps has been some what helpful
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
I'm building web applications more efficiently , I do not have to check for every software if it supports my operating system or not because almost every software related to web development supports Ubuntu
Recommendations to others considering the product:
It's a free, open source, fast and light weight operating system if you're looking for coding. If you're into gaming choose Windows or gaming consoles over this.


    Telecommunications

great operating system

  • June 05, 2019
  • Review provided by G2

What do you like best about the product?
The ease of working with the virus-free operating system
What do you dislike about the product?
At first the new user has difficulty finding some file folder.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
No need to format machines because of virus or invasion
Recommendations to others considering the product:
At the beginning and a little harder over time you will not want to use another operating system.


    Vikas P.

Ubuntu: never ceases to amaze me

  • June 01, 2019
  • Review provided by G2

What do you like best about the product?
I love Ubuntu. It is free, open source customizable Operating system. It is command line based OS, you can do anything using terminal commands. It is based on Linux so it is virus free OS. To install the software in Ubuntu it is very easy just type the commands and you are good to go. The community support Ubuntu has is simply marvelous. Any problem you are facing with Ubuntu I am sure you will get a solution for that.
What do you dislike about the product?
To install Ubuntu is a little tricky. Also, if you are shifting from Windows to Ubuntu you might feel alienated. Some of the software which requires Windows and not supported by Ubuntu.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
I use Ubuntu for my personal use as well as company wise use also. Most of the software I used it on Ubuntu and it works amazingly awesome. For my assignments, online projects and some of the work-related stuff I use Ubuntu.
Recommendations to others considering the product:
For a computer science people Ubuntu is must have known Operating System. I highly suggest to at least learn it and get familiar with Ubuntu.


    Raghuvar P.

Best Operating System on the Planet Earth

  • May 30, 2019
  • Review provided by G2

What do you like best about the product?
Ubuntu is the best Operating System I have ever used. It is based on Linux, which makes it virus free. I love the terminal of the ubuntu, you can do everything from the command line(terminal). To install any software it is very easy. I love the UI part also, it feels that you are doing some hacking work hehe. Also, there are customization available, you can change themes, tweat the panels and what not. We get all this for free. I love Libre Office in Ubuntu. There are lot of free softwares which will make your life simple as a developer.
What do you dislike about the product?
To install Ubuntu it is little bit tricky and specially if you want to install it along side with windows operating system it is very much hard. Sometimes it will erase all your data and OS.
Also, there are no games for Ubuntu which makes sense in a way, because the purpose of the Ubuntu is different.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
I started using Ubuntu in my college days, it was one of he best decision of my life as a software developer. I use Ubuntu for almost everything, even after college, for my work related stuff. It is the part of my life now.
I use every software in Ubuntu and I am completely satisfied.
Recommendations to others considering the product:
For a Computer Science folks, Ubuntu is must have known OS. It widens your knowledge and there are lot more things which makes it simplify for our career journey.


    Joseph T D.

modifiable and free operating system.

  • May 29, 2019
  • Review provided by G2

What do you like best about the product?
Although it is not widely used in companies due to its complexity when it comes to installing applications or configuring some mobile devices, it is an operating system used by many in their homes since it is a free version of Linux and with multiple tools that allows you to design documents surf the internet among other options but has network configurations and different visual themes that make it look very advanced graphics is very vulnerable in terms of viruses or malignant attacks by programs.
What do you dislike about the product?
the use of the operating system is relatively easy and similar to private operating systems, however, when configuring or installing the program, it is a bit difficult for the user since most of them are installed by means of a command console where the user must series of guidelines to install some application. Another disadvantage is that devices such as printers and camera, telephone among others not all have compact software or drivers that are compactible with this operating system which makes it a little dysfunctional.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
This operating system is implemented for web server configuration because since it is based on free software, the attacks served by viruses or malware are almost null because it does not influence or does not affect the operating system, which in turn makes the transaction work faster. of information.
Recommendations to others considering the product:
is recommended for users who know basic informatics and programming noce since for configuration and installation of programs you will need certain commands or how to configure it through command lines but it is very safe and you forget about attacks by computer viruses.


    Shanika P.

Best operating system I have used SO FAR!

  • May 29, 2019
  • Review provided by G2

What do you like best about the product?
Ubuntu is easy to use and very user-friendly. There are no complications when installing Ubuntu because it provides an excellent guide to walk you through the installation process. The best thing about Ubuntu OS is that it's free and has an active community behind it. Even though you are new to Ubuntu, the community will help you at any time. Unlike any other operating system, Ubuntu supplies a clear and fast update. It contains an attractive GUI. Not to mention, that the Ubuntu servers are also used worldwide because of its easy and fast characteristics. Ubuntu is a highly secure OS and highly customizable. I extremely recommend anyone to use this OS and feel the difference for yourself.
What do you dislike about the product?
The main drawback I see is that it does not facilitate some required software. Sometimes, I had to use some other alternative software because of it. Other than that, I see no issue on this OS.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
I switched from Windows to Ubuntu because of its excellent features. Ubuntu is very fast and very secure unlike any other operating system. Since I'm currently working in the security industry, Ubuntu has been very helpful in providing the best security system.
Recommendations to others considering the product:
I highly recommend anyone to choose Ubuntu as your operating system. If you are currently using any other operating system, try this for a minute and see the difference. Ubuntu is a free, easy to use, portable OS.


    CHRIS S.

A simple OS - Ubuntu

  • May 24, 2019
  • Review provided by G2

What do you like best about the product?
I have been using Ubuntu for the last two years. It is easy to use, quick load and processing times. Any tech snag issues can be easily fixed using the terminal option. I use it on a regular basis and I never faced any system halts or software glitch issues all this while.
What do you dislike about the product?
There a few issues I faced with respect to installation of software though. The coding steps using the termial option is a bit different and a bit complex when compared to the commands we use with Windows.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
I have used the OS on a regular basis and my team of more than 150 plus are using the same. We use a good number of applications and we have the advantage of using multiple applications in preparing documents, Slide decks and we never faced any Virus issues.
Recommendations to others considering the product:
Ubuntu should come up with more bundling of support softwares and ease of installation of softwares should be more simple. At times the system hangs a bit especially when we use the Libre Office Impress. The browsers should also support with Flash because most of the sites now-a-days are coming with flash enabled UI presentations.


    Jason M.

Excellent OS

  • May 19, 2019
  • Review provided by G2

What do you like best about the product?
Ubuntu is easy to set up and use. It takes less than 15 minutes for me to train even an inexperienced computer user in it. Being a Linux operating system, it is powerful and versatile, with superb performance, running well on both new and old hardware. Ubuntu is incredibly reliable, running both our servers and our workstations. It's free and open source, supported by a vibrant and experienced community of users and developers. Ubuntu can also be customized to meet the needs and tastes of any user; it comes in many flavors, from the incredibly polished Ubuntu default with the GNOME desktop environment, to the incredibly flexible Ubuntu MATE, to the lean and clean Xubuntu.
What do you dislike about the product?
None directly. Some software doesn't work on Linux, but that's because software makers choose not to support it. (Most software has open source replacements though)
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Easier maintenance than other operating systems, no cost for upgrades or installation on additional computers.
Recommendations to others considering the product:
Consider what software you need before installing Ubuntu. The Linux ecosystem is like a box of LEGO bricks, meaning you can build exactly what you want, but it also means you may need to research what all features and programs you need before you achieve the best possible configuration. Some software also doesn't work on Ubuntu, such as Microsoft Office or Adobe Photoshop, but many open source alternatives exist to replace proprietary options in most cases.


    Computer Software

A great Operating system with a perfect environment for shell script developers

  • April 29, 2019
  • Review provided by G2

What do you like best about the product?
Easy to install other packages and softwares
Gives nice recommendation of commans if something goes wrong
Hassle free installation of softwaters unlike windows
Easy commands
Good documentation
Easy to travers the file system
What do you dislike about the product?
Ubuntu is not feasible wth LAMP stack. I had to switch to fedora for sometime for this reason
Octave and MATLAB was not compatible with the version of Ubuntu I was using
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
I was working on projects related to OpenGL - a Graphics Package
Was easy to install and exeecute the project