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    Android

    Score9 out of 10
    N/AAndroid is a mobile operating system developed by Google.N/A

    Oracle Linux

    Score8.3 out of 10
    N/AOracle Linux, which is application binary compatible with Red Hat Enterprise Linux, is free to download, use, and share. There is no license cost, no need for a contract, and no usage audits. 24/7 enterprise-grade support is available for business critical environments. A single support offering includes virtualization, management, HA, and cloud native computing tools such as Kubernetes and Kata Containers, along with the Linux operating system. The vendor states that as the only Linux…

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    AndroidOracle Linux
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    Pricing Offerings
    AndroidOracle Linux
    Free Trial
    NoYes
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoYes
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoYes
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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    Features
    AndroidOracle Linux
    Operating System
    Comparison of Operating System features of Android and Oracle Linux
    Feature
    Android
    8.8
    1 Ratings
    1% above category average
    Oracle Linux
    -
    Ratings
    File Management9.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Software Application Management9.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    System Update Frequency7.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Operating System Security10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
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    AndroidOracle Linux
    Small Businesses
    CentOS Linux
    Score8.9 out of 10
    CentOS Linux
    Score8.9 out of 10
    Medium-sized Companies
    IBM AIX
    Score9.4 out of 10
    IBM AIX
    Score9.4 out of 10
    Enterprises
    Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
    Score9.1 out of 10
    Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
    Score9.1 out of 10
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    User Ratings
    AndroidOracle Linux
    Likelihood to Recommend
    9.1
    (7 ratings)
    9.9
    (90 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.0
    (1 ratings)
    Usability
    9.1
    (2 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Support Rating
    8.3
    (5 ratings)
    8.2
    (81 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    AndroidOracle Linux
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Google
    Android is great if you are on a budget and can't purchase other operating systems for mobile devices. It is also great for installing third-party apps if you find one you like. Although there is a lot of customization options available, this may cause some users to become frustrated if they are unfamiliar with this system.
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    Oracle
    Oracle Linux is a very good and useful combination of the stability of Rhel and support for Oracle Databases. Our organisation uses an application and a database combo that we offer to the client but after the inclusion of Oracle Linux into our infrastructure, the provision and the operation cost are reduced significantly. So I would recommend using Oracle Linux when you are using multiple on-premises DB servers and want to move to a more secure, organised, and fast operating system.
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    Pros
    Google
    • Affordable and available on many types of devices.
    • Development and release is very convenient than other mobile platform.
    • Cost to enter is low especially when considering the hardware side.
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    Oracle
    • We use Oracle Linux distro for every customer. The OS is very easy and absolutely free to develop/host and update our customers' apps and data across the globe. I personally use it in my lab to practice and test some personal stuff
    • We have Oracle Linux database, WebLogic, and e-business suite hosted on Oracle Linux. It is used across our whole organization in running critical applications. It is robust, easy to manage and administer, with rock-solid stability and very minimal server reboots or performance issues. I would highly recommend Oracle Linux over other operating systems.
    • Oracle Linux is trusted in high-volume, transactional, mission-critical production IT environments.
    • Oracle’s Linux support is relied upon for applications that require continuous or near-continuous availability
    • Application performance in general was enhanced as a result of the migration to Oracle Linux from Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
    • Oracle Linux-based VMs are used in our case for hosting a spark-based cluster for processing big data-based workloads. Those VMs have better security configurations and are patched. It has built-in installed packages which come in handy for a developer to start the development activity for the project.
    • We are using Oracle Linux as our primary Linux distribution deployed for our customers, but also for testing purposes on multiple test and UAT environments. Currently, it is used mainly by our department. We aim to provide commercial technical support for customers for our products, and thanks to the Oracle Linux Support program which covers Oracle Linux, we are getting assistance if needed.
    • I work across many different types of organizations. In some cases, Oracle Linux is being used for all database servers across the entire organization. In some cases, it is being selectively rolled out to replace legacy Unix systems. Plus in a few isolated cases, I've helped to replace Windows database servers with Oracle Linux. The common theme across all these different types of organizations is that they want the best Linux for running Oracle, which is pre-tuned and optimized as well as well supported by the database vendor. Oracle Linux wins hands down on these points.
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    Cons
    Google
    • Quick changes is little bit dificult to adapt as a developer
    • There are no rstrictions on the notification, Every user is getting too much notifications
    • Too much fake apps on the platefarm need to remove from playstore, Can improve the quality checks
    • Therer are too much settings, and different on every brand its very confusing if changing the brand
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    Oracle
    • TigerVNC needs some fine tuning in Oracle Linux 8.4.
    • AutoTuning of Kernal Parameters for Oracle Databases based on the available hardware resources.
    • Embedded IPA Solutions to manage large number of Oracle Linux Systems.
    • Simple commands for LUN management.
    • Proactive SELinux policy violation message to administrator's mailbox.
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    Usability
    Google
    It is very easy to use and the customer user interface is very smooth and logical. Rarely do applications crash and need reinstallation. The app store is secure enough to prevent malicious software from being advertised and potentially downloaded. Rebooting devices does not have to be a regular occurrence so this allows for high availability.
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    Oracle
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    Support Rating
    Google
    There have been only two times that I have needed to contact Android support for technical issues and both times I received some support. I received more helpful tips from Youtube, so I now bypass support and try to do most of our troubleshooting on my own with these support videos online.
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    Oracle
    One of the most robust Linux distributions is Redhat, its forks have given rise to infinite business models and distributions that have defined the market. Oracle Linux, obviously developed by the tech giant Oracle, is constantly releasing a flexible and incredibly stable product while adding its own bunch of new features. Among the most notable is the "Unbreakable Enterprise Kernel" (UEK).
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    Alternatives Considered
    Google
    Android allows users to customize their systems. It is very simple to use and there are a lot of devices running it. The interface has been improving a lot since Android Lollipop and it has been becoming more useful. For developers, Android gives more possibilities and the license for distributing your app is cheaper than the Apple Software Developer Program.
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    Oracle
    The Oracle Linux definitely comes on the top when it comes down to being easily available as its platform-independent. This is where the masses lie as we have moved to a hybrid work environment where keeping everyone on the same devices is no more required. Linux stands out as it allows the industry workers to implement BYOD in all environments. Software as a service is truly done by Linux. I don’t want to switch to other platforms anymore.
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    Return on Investment
    Google
    • We have an Android mobile app and our customers have downloaded more than 5.000 instances in less than two months.
    • With the app our customers don't need to go to our offices to get a support or service.
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    Oracle
    • Oracle Linux provides technical advances that Solaris UNIX does not while saving millions of dollars.
    • Oracle Linux supports automated patching and easy maintenance, allowing less downtime for users and developers.
    • Oracle Linux is recommended for applications already on Oracle Database and using other Oracle products and software.
    • Oracle Linux is a secure, stable, and high-performance operating system that allows hybrid or cloud platforms.
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