UBUNTU DEDICATED SERVER
- Latest version of Ubuntu instantly provisioned upon ordering
- Open source and community supported operating system
- Frequently updated with a wide variety of user friendly features
UBUNTU DEDICATED SERVER
- Latest version of Ubuntu instantly provisioned upon ordering
- Open source and community supported operating system
- Frequently updated with a wide variety of user friendly features
UBUNTU SERVERS
Launching in 2004, Ubuntu was developed as a Linux distribution that is user-friendly, frequently updated, secure, and that can be utilized by individuals and businesses around the world. Since then, Ubuntu has arguably become the most popular desktop and server Linux distribution.
UBUNTU SERVERS
Launching in 2004, Ubuntu was developed as a Linux distribution that is user-friendly, frequently updated, secure, and that can be utilized by individuals and businesses around the world. Since then, Ubuntu has arguably become the most popular desktop and server Linux distribution.
KEY FEATURES
Many familiar open-source applications are packaged with the standard Ubuntu installation, such as the Firefox web browser, Thunderbird email client and Libreoffice office suite. Using the Ubuntu software center, thousands of additional popular applications such as Skype, VLC, Visual Studio Code, Virtualbox and many more can be installed with a few clicks.
Due to Ubuntu’s compatibility with the majority of Debian’s .deb package files and the dpkg package manager, virtually any application that has been packaged for Linux can be installed with a single command.
KEY FEATURES
Many familiar open-source applications are packaged with the standard Ubuntu installation, such as the Firefox web browser, Thunderbird email client and Libreoffice office suite. Using the Ubuntu software center, thousands of additional popular applications such as Skype, VLC, Visual Studio Code, Virtualbox and many more can be installed with a few clicks.
Due to Ubuntu’s compatibility with the majority of Debian’s .deb package files and the dpkg package manager, virtually any application that has been packaged for Linux can be installed with a single command.
UBUNTU STRENGHTS & WEAKNESSES
UBUNTU STRENGHTS & WEAKNESSES
Strengths
Ubuntu’s Debian derived package manager:
Providing the widest range of prepackaged software applications for Linux.
Community and commercial support:
Due to Ubuntu’s popular forums, most issues are easily resolved through a quick web search. Businesses and organizations can obtain official support from Canonical.
Proprietary software and hardware support:
As the widest used Linux desktop distribution, Ubuntu is usually the best supported OS for 3rd party applications and drivers.
Stability:
As with Debian, Ubuntu provides a rock solid server environment, with extensive testing done on LTS releases.
Weaknesses
A single company driving innovation:
With its failed forays into mobile operating systems with Ubuntu Touch, and the abandoned Unity desktop environment – Canonical and Mark Shuttleworth in particular have been accused of ignoring community feedback regarding the future of Ubuntu.
No support for some popular commercial software:
Like other Linux distributions, Ubuntu is not supported by Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite and other Windows & Mac only software. However, the Wine project has come a long way in providing support for Windows software on Linux, and many popular Windows applications now run perfectly on Ubuntu.
‘Buggy’ releases:
Ubuntu has been criticized of blindly sticking to a fixed release schedule and releasing incomplete or unsufficiently tested versions. Especially with non-LTS versions, it is recommended to wait a few months before upgrading to ensure that major issues have been fixed.
Strengths
Ubuntu’s Debian derived package manager:
Providing the widest range of prepackaged software applications for Linux.
Community and commercial support:
Due to Ubuntu’s popular forums, most issues are easily resolved through a quick web search. Businesses and organizations can obtain official support from Canonical.
Proprietary software and hardware support:
As the widest used Linux desktop distribution, Ubuntu is usually the best supported OS for 3rd party applications and drivers.
Stability:
As with Debian, Ubuntu provides a rock solid server environment, with extensive testing done on LTS releases.
Weaknesses
A single company driving innovation:
With its failed forays into mobile operating systems with Ubuntu Touch, and the abandoned Unity desktop environment – Canonical and Mark Shuttleworth in particular have been accused of ignoring community feedback regarding the future of Ubuntu.
No support for some popular commercial software:
Like other Linux distributions, Ubuntu is not supported by Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite and other Windows & Mac only software. However, the Wine project has come a long way in providing support for Windows software on Linux, and many popular Windows applications now run perfectly on Ubuntu.
‘Buggy’ releases:
Ubuntu has been criticized of blindly sticking to a fixed release schedule and releasing incomplete or unsufficiently tested versions. Especially with non-LTS versions, it is recommended to wait a few months before upgrading to ensure that major issues have been fixed.
NEED A UBUNTU DEDICATED SERVER?
Our hosting experts are available 24×7 to help you build the perfect Ubuntu dedicated server for your needs and budget.
NEED A UBUNTU DEDICATED SERVER?
Our hosting experts are available 24×7 to help you build the perfect Ubuntu dedicated server for your needs and budget.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
By default, we install the latest version of Ubuntu to your server. If you need a specific version, we also offer the option for you to install a custom OS using our KVM.
Ubuntu is a great choice for server and desktop installations. It has a robust GUI support system for both GNOME and KDE.
Canonical is the London based company behind Ubuntu which markets commercial support and related services for Ubuntu Linux and related projects to commercial users.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
By default, we install the latest version of Ubuntu to your server. If you need a specific version, we also offer the option for you to install a custom OS using our KVM.
Ubuntu is a great choice for server and desktop installations. It has a robust GUI support system for both GNOME and KDE.
Canonical is the London based company behind Ubuntu which markets commercial support and related services for Ubuntu Linux and related projects to commercial users.
