--- description: Review of Ubuntu Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: Ubuntu | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice AU --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Operating Systems](/directory/4417/operating-systems/software) > [Ubuntu](/software/221125/ubuntu) # Ubuntu Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/software/221125/ubuntu Page: 1 / 6\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/software/221125/ubuntu?page=2) > Ubuntu is an oper-source operating system that comes with cloud optimization and enhanced security for applications and files. The platform provides a kernel livepatch, which can be applied automatically without a server update to reduce downtown while ensure system compliance. Additionally, Ubuntu provides data centers, containers, and databases that are optimized for cloud applications. > > Verdict: Rated **4.7/5** by 122 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.7/5** | 122 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.8/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Canonical - **Location**: London, UK ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: USD 225.00 - **Pricing model**: Flat Rate (Free version available) - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Linux (Desktop), Linux (On-Premise) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: United Kingdom, United States ## Features - App Management - Data Security - Desktop Interface - For Developers - Kernels - Memory Management - System Updates - User Interface ## Support Options - FAQs/Forum - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat ## Category - [Operating Systems](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/4417/operating-systems/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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Safe from intrusion and viruses, comes loaded with almost all the software you may need, like the OPEN OFFICE, a lot of other applications. This is the best OS I have ever used so far. > > **Cons**: A lot of devices do not have drivers for UBUNTU and you have to use generic drivers so you lose the edge or the special features you were so eager to try. Also, if you are in a Windows environment at work, you will suffer because of the files formats you have to juggle, not to mention that you will not find the same applications that work on both platforms, even though WINE promises otherwise. ----- ### "Ubuntu Linux: A Time-tested Stable Linux Distribution for Multipurpose Applications" — 5.0/5 > **Wassim** | *29 July 2023* | Computer Networking | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: Ubuntu is one of the most successful Linux distributions for multipurpose applications. I used Ubuntu as a desktop environment due to its facilitated and user-friendly Gnome desktop. The system is loaded with tons of open source productivity suites. I developed penetration testing Ubuntu systems in virtualized controlled network environments using VMware VSphere. Many of my research project simulations and real-world implementations are deployed on Ubuntu operating systems. I used Ubuntu for security programming using low-level C/C++/Assembly Cryptographic APIs using the gcc and g++ compilers. Last but not least, Ubuntu is an ideal platform for Linux BASH shell scripting for automating everyday Linux configuration tasks. > > **Cons**: The system updates are so frequent and distracting. This resembles an advantage and a disadvantage. The developer needs to keep up-to-date while maintaining backward compatibility with earlier software versions. This process may be sometimes tricky depending on the tool/application api employed. > > Very stable Linux distribution with a large user base. The system is frequently updated and provides a Linux environment that can be utilized for every day tasks as well as for large-scale development projects. ----- ### "Ubuntu review" — 4.0/5 > **Nishant** | *26 October 2022* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10 > > **Pros**: Ubuntu is a linux based platform where we can code, script, use docker, jenkins and so many other integrated tools with just a piece of command..Isn't it super > > **Cons**: Least liked part is that it takes time to load and is super slow on interface. > > Overall experience has been good as still i work on it along with different platforms like centos ----- ### "Great and robust operating system, both for work and for fun. Supported by a strong community" — 5.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *27 May 2022* | Internet | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Ubuntu has several programs that end up making my life a lot easier as a software developer, even languages established for using other operating systems, such as C\#, are now easily accessible, which makes it very easy to change projects. I love free and open systems and, despite Ubuntu not being the system most aligned with this philosophy, it brings several facilities that end up compensating for its use. > > **Cons**: Even today, despite being incredibly simpler to use, we ended up having to understand a little more about the environment to keep it 100% operational and constantly updated. That's what made me point out that its cost is not so cheap because it takes a little time during the month to keep it. But this is common for any operational system. > > My first contact with Linux was around the year 2000 with a different distribution, at that time there was no Ubuntu. I started using it since mid-2008. Since then I have used other distributions, but for security and guarantee that I won't stop for a few days due to lack of update or a bad update I always return to it. I use it in my daily life, both for work and for entertainment. ----- ### "Ubuntu, the best OS" — 5.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *11 February 2022* | Mechanical or Industrial Engineering | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: I use Ubuntu on a daily basis. The main reason for this is that Ubuntu is much faster than Windows. I typically work on WordPress, and I've tried it on both Windows and Ubuntu, and I've found that working on Ubuntu is much faster and more efficient. Also, I use Ubuntu when I want to shop online or make a credit card purchase for one reason: Ubuntu is very secure, so you won't have to worry about being hacked or having someone steal your credentials. Furthermore, Ubuntu is a free and open-source operating system. > > **Cons**: There are a few disadvantages to using Ubuntu that I find extremely disappointing. Because many of the applications on which I rely do not work on Ubuntu, I am unable to fully transition from Windows to Ubuntu. The second annoyance is that the wifi driver stops working when I shut down my PC from Windows and then restart it and log in to Ubuntu. I tried numerous times to solve this problem, but I was unable to find a solution. > > Ubuntu is a computer operating system primarily used for coding and web development. I personally use Ubuntu for WordPress web development. 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