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https://dudodiprj2sv7.cloudfront.net/product-logos/or/S2/BNC1QP0Q6C6V.pngCanonical LtdYour best overall Linux distribution of choice2019-02-23T21:46:10.778ZWeb application servers run Ubuntu Linux in our organization. It's a great operating system and especially a great Linux distribution when you look for stable server setups with modern versions of the software. We use it for web servers running either Apache or Nginx, and VPN servers that are super easy to set up in Ubuntu to help us maintain our data and keep our systems protected while accessing from outside the network. We also use it for any other server appliance like file servers, cache servers (Memcached, Redis) and anything else. Any new server inside the organization will run Ubuntu Linux as well.,Availability across cloud vendors is unmatched, you can expect that any cloud or hosting setup will offer a Ubuntu Linux image for you to use.
Community support is great. Canonical does a great job supporting the system and the community does its part with forum participation, documentation and email support.
Being based on Debian, it offers a more "modern" stable system than the former, with newer versions of most software. If you want the quality and stability from a Debian distribution, but also want modern software, this is the distribution of choice.
The desktop environment is one of the bests for end users in the Linux ecosystem.
Server setup and configuration is easy with the extended utilities and software from Canonical.
It's a standard among Linux distributions, so you can trust that almost any Linux software will be packaged for your Ubuntu distribution.,I'd like to see Canonical REALLY betting on desktop Linux and move one step forward with innovation in that area to improve user adoption.
Desktop UI decisions have been not-so-happy in the past. The ability to move back and forth with Unity has pushed a lot of users in favor of options. Having REAL desktop environment options is something to improve as well.
Improvements in interoperability with other OSes would be very welcome. Sometimes it's just hard to communicate with MacOS or Windows across some protocols. Maybe it's due to the private nature of these protocols, but alternatives are around, we just need to compile and improve them.,8,Systems administration with Ubuntu is easy with little deep knowledge about it. Docs and community publications are great resources for any task you need to perform on any Ubuntu server and the organization can save several salaries of specialized sys admins in favor of more active roles.
Having been an Ubuntu user for many years personally, setting up new Ubuntu servers on my organization came with zero cost for me. I just deployed one instance from my hosting/cloud provider and started working right after it was running, no need to ask support or hire new staff for these tasks.
Replacing paid options with Ubuntu have also saved thousands of dollars on Windows Server licenses. I've migrated Windows/SQL Server based systems to Ubuntu/MySQL/PostgreSQL several times during my career and saved about USD 5000/year in licenses to many of them.,CentOS, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and Windows Server,Nginx, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Google Cloud SQL, Google Cloud Storage, DigitalOceanLeonel QuinterosUbuntu Linux - the universe of "open source" (free!) awaits you!2019-01-10T14:26:11.771ZUbuntu Linux is an open source (free) operating system for desktops and laptops. It has the same purpose as Windows 10 and Apple's Mac OS. For desktop/laptop applications, Ubuntu Linux, for me offers superior performance to Windows 10 and offers huge cost savings when compared to making the leap into the "everything Apple" world. Apple's proprietary equipment is usually multitudes more expensive than laptops and desktops which are designed to run Windows, and any Windows computer can be re-configured to run Ubuntu Linux. Ubuntu Linux add-on application programs are also open source (free) and are at least equally as functional (and often times superior) to their Windows counterparts. Most of the work products generated by Ubuntu Linux software are also fully compatible with Windows 10 or Apple/Mac users.,Ubuntu Linux is extremely resource efficient in using a desktop/laptop system's resources, particularly as compared to my experiences with any Windows product. (Its architecture is the foundation for Chromebooks as well as the Android operating system for smartphones). Eliminating the loading and processing hang-ups I commonly experienced with Windows is a huge plus.
The "open source" universe is hugely appealing, both because of high quality, free and compatible software, but also because it allows such a high level of customization. Open source systems and software means no "bloatware," no intrusive programs popping up where you don't want them, and the freedom to purchase outside of a particular vendor.
The quality of the operating system is truly a "gold standard" to me. It works, and, unlike Windows, doesn't have the "back door" security vulnerabilities Windows is constantly trying to patch.,Although it's continually improving, Ubuntu Linux doesn't come preloaded on equipment (generally) and it takes some know how to set it up, configure and function with it.
Generally, the open source software which runs on Ubuntu Linux offers really good compatibility with Windows or Mac products, but, sometimes it just doesn't work, and you're on your own to research what's going on. There are a lot of forums for Ubuntu Linux users, but, it can be frustrating.
Traditional "support" for Ubuntu Linux is non-existent - because it is open source (and free!), there is no online "team" to chat with or call when you're having a tech meltdown. I think this is an inherent trade-off in the "for profit" and "open source" model - again, there are lots of forums, and users who've been very generous with their time is helping people sort things out, but it is not a system for anyone not willing to invest some time in the learning curve.,10,What's the ROI on free? Technically, infinite - not having to pay for software is a huge deal for a small company.
Ubuntu Linux extends the lifecycle of equipment - because it's so resource efficient, you don't constantly need to upgrade because the operating system is consuming so much RAM. In fact, you can rejuvenate older Windows equipment which can no longer run effectively by replacing Windows with Ubuntu Linux.
On the negative side, a user can get bogged down with technical difficulties, taking time away from more productive activities. It's a great solution for those comfortable and willing to learn new technology (or, if there's a tech-savvy, experienced, "go to" in the company).,Windows Server,LibreOffice, CalibreLinda SasenickUbuntu Linux is part of the skeleton of my company2019-02-13T12:34:34.462ZWe use Ubuntu Linux on all digitalAtelier PCs:DevelopersGraphic DesignersAdministrative staff. Test serversProd. servers.
In addition, we use Ubuntu Linux in interactive terminals installed at our customers' premises and on their servers.,Open Source so it can be verified by everyone, and is updated faster than proprietary software.
It is a very stable and easy administration platform.
Ubuntu is easy to learn and has a large and dynamic community.
Regular output and support cycle.
Much easier to maintain as all deposit programs are automatically updated.,Sometimes the drivers to fine-tune the hardware are missing.
No accounting software that is currently compliant with French regulations is available.
Few preconfigured PC manufacturer offers.,10,Almost no investment.
Almost all applications are free of charge. This is no small advantage for a company like ours.
Very low maintenance.,Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and Suse Linux,Node, Nginx, MongoDBGregory PecqueurUbuntu Linux, A solution for businesses that needs to be evaluated2019-01-17T18:30:42.187ZWe use Ubuntu Linux for several functions. First and foremost, it is part of a multi-tier, multi-location backup implementation. The Linux system copies critical data from a macOS server to its local raid array on an hourly basis. Then this data is copied/backed up to a remote location. The Linux system is also used as a web server for testing new content before we roll it out to the production web server.,Flexibility. It is easy to add and remove services. As our business needs change, so can our Ubuntu Linux system.
Software Updates. Very rarely does a software update break Ubuntu. If issues do arise it is fairly easy to back out the changes,Third-party applications. The lack of mainstream applications, like MS Office, make it more difficult to deploy any Linux system at the client end.
Linux is more of a do it yourself OS. Implementation, support, and use require more technical expertise than other OS's, most notably macOS.,8,In our case ROI is hard to calculate. It has allowed us to solve business challenges and not have to purchase new hardware to do so.
On the negative side, it has added another OS to our mix. Support staff now has to be trained or hired with the requirement of Linux knowledge.,,Microsoft 365 Business, Backblaze, WordPressDave LindenNew experiences using Ubuntu2018-12-19T15:37:50.654ZIt is being used by the entire organization since it has several operating services of the corporation, web services, database services, and others.,It is a very stable and easy administration platform. It defines roles and profiles for installation, graphic environment and only command. line.
In the internal operation is a platform that helps us to support websites for employees. Its integration with web services and its graphic environment make an easy management of the platform.
It is very useful to carry out tests and validations in its desktop versions, for the development area it allows having virtual environments and doing many tests before launching a service.,Cleaning of packages or incomplete installations in a graphic environment
Better documentation and help for the configuration of the firewall, in the graphics mode, and the command line. Not all users are experts in this area and implementing it can be very difficult.,8,We have not measured this type of scenario since has not been a critical platform until now.
When we are required to restore the systems we take 2 paths, we use the shadow of the virtual one and in other cases, it reinstalls the system. It does not take long.,Oracle Linux and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL),Windows Server, Oracle Linux, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)Erick de Leon Ponciano
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