Debian: stability, security, and free software that impress
What do you like best about the product?
Debian only includes free software with an OpenSource License, which is absolutely fascinating. The stability of the Operating System is one of the fundamental pillars of the distribution, a quite important point when it comes to having a 100% functional OS. A little further, Debian's security system is honestly worthy of admiration, always publishing updates with the necessary patches, which speaks well of the team in charge.
What do you dislike about the product?
For some very specific hardware devices, there is NO compatibility with the Drivers developed by the Debian Support team, in which case one must resort to Drivers developed by third parties or by the developers of said hardware themselves. For some users who prefer to configure updates automatically in Debian, they must always be done manually (It is not a major issue, but some Juniors spend some time without executing the respective commands to upgrade the OS).
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Definitely being one of the longest-standing Linux distributions, with Debian we always have a stable, functional OS that can be adapted to specific needs for us as a team developing solutions based on software-hardware. This robustness and stability make everyday work much more pleasant when facing the different Sprints we set out when developing a product or several products.
Stability and Security with Debian
What do you like best about the product?
I like Debian's stability and security, which give me peace of mind and enhance my productivity. The package management system is another feature I appreciate, along with its respect for free software principles. The community and documentation are both excellent, providing simplicity and safety that I trust. Additionally, setting it up was very simple, thanks to the nice user interface.
What do you dislike about the product?
I find the software on the stable version of Debian to be out of date.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Debian provides stability, security, flexibility, and runs on old hardware, giving me peace of mind and productivity.
Rock-Solid Debian Stability and True Open-Source Commitment
What do you like best about the product?
Debian stability and commitment to free and open-source software.
What do you dislike about the product?
I have not experience any downside of Debian
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
High Licensing Costs, System Stability and Reliability
Stable, Secure, and Beginner-Friendly OS
What do you like best about the product?
I mainly use Debian because I find it to be beginner-friendly and the most stable one, so I don't have to worry about tweaking things if something breaks unexpectedly. I like that it's more secure compared to Windows or even Mac and offers low-level control over the system, allowing me to customize every part to my needs. The thing I like the most about Debian is its stability, as it behaves a lot more stably compared to other distros. I also appreciate Debian's immense software repos and its advanced package manager. The initial setup of Debian was pretty easy, probably the easiest OS installation I've ever seen, as it handles the process really well.
What do you dislike about the product?
The Debian often relies on outdated but tested software to maintain its stability, which can limit the options when wanting to experiment with the latest software, kernels, and drivers. Also, managing graphics card drivers could be improved; installing and updating NVIDIA drivers is often very complicated.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
I find Debian offers security and low-level system control for customization. Its stability allows me to build my system freely without fear of breaking it, supported by immense software repositories and an advanced package manager.
Stable, Reliable, Ideal for Development & Servers
What do you like best about the product?
I mainly use Debian as a stable environment for development and backend work. It's reliable for running servers, testing applications, and managing tools without unexpected updates breaking things. I also like how lightweight and customizable it is compared to other operating systems. What I like most about Debian is its stability and reliability — it just works without needing constant maintenance. The package management system is straightforward, and there’s a huge community and documentation whenever I run into issues. It integrates well with most open-source software, which makes my workflow pretty seamless. It’s extremely stable, reliable, and great for development or server environments, which makes it easy to recommend.
What do you dislike about the product?
Sometimes the packages can feel a bit outdated compared to other distributions, which means I occasionally have to install newer versions manually. Hardware support can also take a little extra setup, especially on newer machines. It would be helpful if Debian offered an easier way to access newer versions of popular development tools without relying on external repositories. Improved out-of-the-box hardware detection, especially for newer laptops and drivers, would also make initial setup smoother. The only reason it’s not a 10 is that the learning curve and slightly older packages can be challenging for newer users.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Debian provides a stable, predictable development environment, reducing issues from system changes and simplifying dependency management. Its reliability and low maintenance save me time, allowing focus on development rather than OS troubleshooting.
Long-term deployment experience has reduced downtime and supports diverse server workloads
What is our primary use case?
I have been using Debian for around 10 years now.
My main use case for Debian is that it's a regular Linux operating system with many use cases and system servers.
One specific example of how I use Debian is running the LAMP stack, including NGINX or other tools.
I have many use cases for Debian, but it does not make sense to share each one because there are too many of them.
What is most valuable?
Debian offers excellent stability and reliability as its best features.
What stands out to me about Debian's stability is its reliability.
Debian has positively impacted my organization as it leads to much more stable workloads. For example, if things were running worse a long time ago, with Debian it is now better.
I can share specific outcomes, such as downtime reduction and positive changes related to that.
What needs improvement?
Debian is already really great, so there is nothing to complain about regarding improvements. I do not have anything else to add about needed improvements.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been working in my current field for five years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Debian's scalability is not something that is applicable here because this is an operating system.
How are customer service and support?
I found the customer support to be good, but I did not use it because there was no need.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I previously used Ubuntu before switching, and I have switched to Debian in some places.
What was our ROI?
I have seen a return on investment as I have saved time, which is the most important part.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing is that Debian is free, so there is no price.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
I did not evaluate other options before choosing Debian.
What other advice do I have?
I do not have advice to give to others looking into using Debian other than to be confident in what you are doing.
Rock-Solid Stability and Flexibility with Debian
What do you like best about the product?
I love using Debian because of its rock-solid stability, reliability, and trustworthiness. It is perfect for running reliable servers, software development, and everyday desktop work because of the exceptional stability, long-term support, and huge software repositories. Its minimal bloat and strong security practices allow me to customize the system easily. Debian’s flexibility lets me build exactly what I need, and its predictable updates ensure the system stays reliable for years without surprises. The most valuable Debian features for me include APT for reliable package management, stable releases with long-term support, and the vast official repositories. The strong security updates, excellent documentation, and support for multiple architectures give me confidence when running both servers and desktop systems. Debian also integrates smoothly with tools like Docker, Podman, Git, and VS Code, providing a stable and efficient foundation for both development and production environments. I switched to Debian from Ubuntu Server for greater stability, fewer disruptive updates, and longer release lifecycles. Overall, it's a system I can trust to run smoothly for long periods without interruption.
What do you dislike about the product?
Debian can feel slow to adopt the latest software, which can be limiting for users who need cutting-edge features. Hardware support for very new devices sometimes lags. The installer and desktop setup process could be more user-friendly, and documentation, while thorough, can feel fragmented for beginners.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
I use Debian for running reliable servers, software development, and desktop work. It solves instability, frequent updates, and vendor lock-in. Its stability, long-term support, and strong security practices ensure smooth, predictable operations without disruptions.
A powerful open-source OS with limited resources
What do you like best about the product?
I think the best thing about Debian is its being open source. It is completely open source and not influenced by any corporate entity, allowing it to always remain free. There is no scope for such greed that people are trying to sell something.
What do you dislike about the product?
I like the fact that nothing comes pre-installed, but sometimes it feels like something should come pre-installed. This makes the entire control manual. For example, in Ubuntu, a little bit comes with some software pre-installed, so Debian should also come with some software pre-installed. This would make the system feel a bit fresh and new.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
I needed an operating system that uses fewer resources for my cloud server, and Debian fulfills this requirement by consuming fewer resources.
Running critical infrastructure has improved performance and keeps hybrid cloud costs low
What is our primary use case?
My main use case for Debian is that a lot of my infrastructure resources are running on Debian, and many in-house tools are hosted on Debian servers.
A specific example of how I am using Debian in my infrastructure is that we are running our application servers, we have a Postgres database hosted on Debian, and we have some customized monitoring tools hosted on Debian.
In addition to my main use case, I was using Debian for ETL jobs.
What is most valuable?
The best features Debian offers include very good support and a huge library with support for various packages we can install to customize our workloads.
Compared to CentOS, we are using Debian for many things; what we can achieve with Red Hat and CentOS, we can achieve on Debian itself, so I have been using Debian for a while.
Debian has positively impacted my organization in that most of our applications are running on Debian.
What needs improvement?
I do not have a specific answer for how Debian can be improved. Nothing stands out to me regarding the needed improvements at this time.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Debian for seven years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Debian's scalability is good.
How are customer service and support?
If I had to rate the customer support on a scale of one to ten, I would give it a ten.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
Before Debian, we used Red Hat as a different solution.
What was our ROI?
I have definitely seen a return on investment as it has reduced our cost.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing is that, compared to the other Linux operating systems, Debian will be affordable.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
I did not evaluate other options before choosing Debian.
What other advice do I have?
When it comes to specific outcomes or metrics, I would stick with improved performance and reduced downtime.
My advice to others looking into using Debian is to prioritize stability. I would rate this review a nine overall.
Top-Notch Security and Unmatched Stability for Everything from Coding to VAPT
What do you like best about the product?
The security features are top-notch. Just keep it updated, and it will work smoothly for months—if not years. The stability is unmatched. We can do whatever we need on it, whether that’s coding, browsing, or even VAPT when required.
What do you dislike about the product?
Nothing major—just a bit less polished out of the box.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
It’s great for setting up a server that’s reliable and stable.
