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Reader supplied reviews for Ubuntu Average rating 7.8 from 251 review(s) What are your thoughts on Ubuntu? Please include a few pros and a few cons, along with your overall impression of the operating system. Our FAQ page has tips on writing a good mini-review. Version: -- snapshot23.1023.0422.1022.0421.1021.0420.1020.0419.1019.0418.1018.0417.1017.0416.1016.0415.1015.0414.1014.0413.1013.0412.1012.0411.1011.0410.1010.049.109.048.108.047.107.046.106.065.105.044.10 Rating:    -- 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 out of 10 Your review (minimum 250 words): Past reviews - sort by: DateVotes Version: 23.10 Rating: 10 Date: 2024-01-09 Votes: 2 Since my transition to Linux in 2008, when I first embraced Ubuntu, it was undeniably a love-at-first-sight experience. Over the years, my journey through the Linux landscape has been akin to a distro-hopping adventure, exploring various distributions while consistently finding my way back to the warm embrace of Ubuntu. The longevity of my loyalty to this operating system speaks volumes about its unmatched appeal and functionality. Ubuntu, a Debian-based Linux distribution, has proven to be an excellent choice for users across a spectrum of needs and preferences. Whether you are a casual home user, a seasoned developer, a graphics artist, a content creator, or even a gamer, Ubuntu caters to your requirements with finesse. Its versatility is one of its key strengths, making it an operating system that seamlessly adapts to the diverse demands of its user base. One of the compelling aspects of Ubuntu is the extensive software repository that accompanies it. The Ubuntu Software Center provides users with a vast array of applications, tools, and utilities, ensuring that whatever your needs may be, there's likely a compatible software readily available. The distribution's commitment to inclusivity extends to its support for various programming languages, making it a preferred choice for developers seeking a robust and well-supported platform for their projects. For graphics artists and content creators, Ubuntu offers a plethora of open-source software for creative endeavors. From powerful image editing tools to video editing suites, the Ubuntu ecosystem fosters a creative environment that rivals proprietary alternatives. The seamless integration of these applications into the Ubuntu environment enhances the overall user experience, empowering artists to unleash their creativity without unnecessary hurdles. Support is a crucial aspect of any operating system, and Ubuntu excels in this department as well. The vibrant and active community, coupled with the professional support offered by Canonical, ensures that users have a safety net in case of any issues. Whether you are troubleshooting a minor inconvenience or seeking assistance for a complex technical problem, the Ubuntu community is known for its responsiveness and willingness to help, creating a supportive ecosystem that fosters learning and collaboration. Even gamers, traditionally associated with other operating systems, have found a home in Ubuntu. With the growing popularity of Linux-compatible games and dedicated efforts to improve graphics drivers, Ubuntu has become a viable platform for gaming enthusiasts. The Ubuntu community actively engages in discussions and initiatives to enhance gaming on the platform, further solidifying its status as a well-rounded operating system for all. In conclusion, my journey as a Linux user since 2008 has been a testament to the enduring appeal and reliability of Ubuntu. Its adaptability, extensive software support, and a robust community make it an exceptional choice for users with diverse needs. As technology continues to evolve, Ubuntu stands tall as a beacon of open-source excellence, inviting users from all walks of life to experience the freedom and empowerment that Linux has to offer. Was this review helpful? Yes No Version: 23.10 Rating: 10 Date: 2024-01-01 Votes: 5 The best Ubuntu I've ever used! I use Ubuntu on a 2013 Model iMac computer. It works incredibly fast. If 23.10 is like this, subsequent versions will be much better. I'm very glad I use Ubuntu. There are 2 missing. First, I cannot get clear sound from the computer's speakers. There is a slightly muffled sound. Secondly, I could not install the driver for my Nvidia GF 775M card. I am using open source driver. I haven't had any problems with this issue so far. Wayland is still very new. I believe that all problems will be solved in the future. Keep using Ubuntu! (Türkiye / IZMIR) Was this review helpful? Yes No Version: 23.10 Rating: 8 Date: 2023-12-31 Votes: 0 So far, Ubuntu was the only distro other than Raspberry PI OS that I could get working with the Raspberry PI 5. It still has some bugs to work out. But, it's very usable. I don't like the default desktop environment with Ubuntu. It was almost impossible to tweak various things, trying to install a tweak app didn't help all that much and was buggy. I also didn't like the performance. I got the same, if not better, performance from KDE Plasma on Wayland -- and the features were better in terms of theming, custom shortcut keys, etc. SDDM glitches with the mouse for some reason (I've seen it from Debian, too, so it's not an Ubuntu-specific issue), so I installed GDM for the display manager. It still isn't as fast as I think it could be. But, I don't blame Ubuntu for that. Raspberry PI, the company, pretty clearly didn't put out the tools for the hardware to properly work with the OS and I've had a PI 5 running about the same as a PI 4B, which is supposed to be much slower (same amount of RAM on both). I hope this issue will improve over time. But, it looks to me that Ubuntu really did quite well with what they were given. All things considered, even though I don't like the default desktop environment, I still think Ubuntu for Raspberry PI 5 is a million times better than the default Raspberry PI OS installation. If you do play around with desktop environments, just know that Wayland-based desktop environments work a lot better at this point. X11-based desktop environments have a lot of rendering issues, a blinking mouse cursor, etc. It's full of glitches. I also had issues, at this point, starting out with the Ubuntu server and then installing the desktop environment through tasksel. It doesn't seem like all the necessary packages get installed properly. Until they fix this, unless you are advanced enough to figure out the issue yourself and fix it, you might just want to install the Ubuntu desktop and then add on the KDE desktop (or another). Was this review helpful? Yes No See all 251 reader reviews of Ubuntu...