Debian is used as a Linux distributor for hosting applications, servers, and deployments. The organization primarily relies on Debian for cloud and DevOps, creating Docker images and Kubernetes nodes, and for hosting web servers, databases, or APIs. Debian's package repository is also used for installing tools and software. Debian is deployed in the organization on a public cloud.
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Reliable Linux Distro with Strong Community Support
What do you like best about the product?
I really appreciate Debian's package manager and the strong community support behind it. It's great because it treats a lot of packages as first-class citizens, which ensures we always have the latest versions of the software we need for development and hosting. Also, Debian's regular updates contribute to its security, which is something we rely on for our virtual machines. The initial setup was pretty standardized, similar to other Linux distributions, which made it useful for us right from day one.
What do you dislike about the product?
I find that when Debian reaches end of life, we don't receive any more security updates for legacy virtual machines, so we're forced to update. While it's not specific to Debian, it still affects us. Also, while other distributions like Alpine are lighter and smaller in size, they often miss many packages which makes Debian the choice for us.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Debian serves as a reliable Linux distro for our virtual machines, supported by a strong community and regular updates for security. Its package manager ensures we have the latest software needed for development and hosting.
Great OS for Containerizing Modern Applications
What do you like best about the product?
Great OS to containerize modern applications
What do you dislike about the product?
It’s minimalistic, so it doesn’t feel fully complete in terms of features.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
We package our software using Debian container images.
Fast and Reliable, Needs Better Documentation
What do you like best about the product?
I use Debian for both our servers and some client machines. I find it fast to install and bug-free. The speed is something I really like about it. The initial setup was also really easy.
What do you dislike about the product?
Could be more documentation for implementation.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
I find Debian fast to install and bug-free, which makes setting up servers and client machines really easy.
Stable, Reliable Server OS
What do you like best about the product?
It's stable OS & good for use as server OS.
What do you dislike about the product?
It's litle hard for configuration & not as user fraindly as Ubuntu is.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Debian has a huge softwrae reposatory & it support ATP packages for instalation which is fast.
Effortless Setup, Robust Server Capabilities
What do you like best about the product?
I really like using Debian for a lot of utilities like remote monitoring and using it as a local PHP server, API server, and web server. It's easier to set up and has an automated server process that doesn't require much interaction from an end user. The interface and ease of use are great. I appreciate being able to install basically any Linux application and easily automate certain functions related to network infrastructure and monitoring. The initial setup process was very easy.
What do you dislike about the product?
From a Windows user's perspective, it would be better to have more options in the installation process that offer alternatives to Microsoft applications, allowing the end user to choose at installation.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Debian is easy to set up and automates server processes with minimal user interaction. It allows installation of Linux applications and simplifies network monitoring.
Efficient and User-Friendly, Minor Setup Hiccups
What do you like best about the product?
I like Debian because it's a lightweight distro and user-friendly, which makes it run efficiently without unnecessary overhead, and that's great for development. Additionally, I find it enables ease of use, especially with Bash scripting, making my personal and academic work straightforward.
What do you dislike about the product?
I find the availability of newer software and hardware/driver support in Debian could be improved. It would help if there were clearer paths for opting into newer developer tools, perhaps through better-documented backports, official containerized packages, or curated bundles for AI/cloud/dev workflows. Additionally, the initial setup feels a bit less polished compared to some newer Linux distros, particularly regarding first-time onboarding details like Wi-Fi/firmware detection, and graphics or Bluetooth drivers.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Debian simplifies my work with ease of use and bash scripting. It's lightweight and user-friendly, running efficiently without unnecessary overload, making it great for development.
Stability and Security with Room for Modernization
What do you like best about the product?
I love Debian's exceptional stability, strong security, and vast software repository, which make it highly reliable for both servers and desktop environments. The package management system using APT is efficient and easy to maintain. The large community support ensures long-term usability and regular updates. Debian's flexibility and minimal resource usage make it an excellent choice for building secure, customizable infrastructure. I find it very easy to use on the desktop environment.
What do you dislike about the product?
One area where Debian could improve is by providing newer package versions more quickly, along with a more intuitive interface for user and network administration to better support less experienced administrators.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Debian is easy to use, free, and offers strong security and exceptional stability. Its vast software repository and efficient package management with APT make it reliable for servers and desktops, and it uses minimal resources for secure, customizable infrastructure.
Hosting cloud workloads has reduced costs and provides secure, lightweight deployments
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
Debian offers features such as server hosting for web servers, databases, and APIs. It can be utilized for cloud and DevOps tools, Docker images, and Kubernetes nodes. Debian serves as a base operating system for distributions like Ubuntu and Kali Linux because it is built on a solid foundation. It is highly stable and secure, providing a huge package repository with thousands of applications available. Additionally, Debian is lightweight, open source, and free.
Using Debian allows for hosting production systems securely because it provides regular updates and packages. The huge package repository means thousands of packages are available, making the organization not reliant on third-party packages. Debian is lightweight, so there is no need to pay much for resources, and since it is open source and free, there are no licensing costs.
What needs improvement?
Debian currently has some older packages that are not available in the latest version. The stable release cycle is slow, where new features come late. Additionally, Debian is not as beginner-friendly as other Linux distributors, requiring more manual setups.
For how long have I used the solution?
Debian has been used for around six months.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Debian is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The scalability of Debian is good, and the organization is able to scale with deployed servers and applications.
How are customer service and support?
Customer support for Debian is good.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
Windows was previously used, which required more money and licensing fees, which is why the switch to Debian was made.
How was the initial setup?
The setup is easy, and no licensing is needed.
What was our ROI?
About 40% to 50% of costs are saved by using Debian. The return on investment is evident through savings of 40% to 50% in money.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The pricing for Debian is based on what is used and how much is used.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
Other options were evaluated, but after reviewing information and feedback, Debian was selected.
What other advice do I have?
Debian is extremely stable, production-ready, and secure with regular updates. It provides a huge package repository, is lightweight, and is free and open source, making it an excellent choice for those seeking these qualities. This review has been given a rating of 8.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Public Cloud
If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?
Debian: Secure, High-Performance, and a Must-Have for Servers
What do you like best about the product?
Debian is one of the best Linux distribution, for security, performance, packages and free license for servers. I use versions 9 to 12 and it's a must have. Easy to configure, large community for support helping and now easier with AI because Debian is well known.
What do you dislike about the product?
Debian on servers is a linux without GUI, without desktop so for beginners it's not easy. It's an OS for sys admin and devops, lot of configurations
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Debian is only for my web servers and it is the only OS I consider for that
Clean, Fast, and Reliable: The Perfect Daily Driver.
What do you like best about the product?
The best part of Debian is the lack of bloatware. During installation, I can choose exactly what I want, resulting in a clean, organized system. The APT package manager makes installing new software simple and handles all the dependencies perfectly.
What do you dislike about the product?
The Stable release often uses older versions of software to ensure reliability. While this makes the system very safe, it means I sometimes miss out on the latest features in apps unless I use Flatpaks or Backports.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Debian solves the problem of OS instability and forced updates that often interrupted my work on other platforms. By providing a rock-solid environment, it allows me to focus on my tasks without worrying about system crashes. The benefit is a much higher level of productivity and a computer that feels like it’s actually under my control.
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