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Verdict
Ubuntu is a powerful, free, ready-to-run desktop Linux distribution that's eminently suitable for mainstream use. Although the complexities of the system impose a steep learning curve on Windows users who plan to support an installation themselves, our experiences with version 6.06 LTS suggest that this is manageable... Read Full Review.
Pros
- Available in several distribution formats, including live CD
- Server version available with preconfigured LAMP components
- Generally straightforward to install and set up
- Offers a viable replacement for a corporate Windows desktop, and much more
Cons
- Thousands of easily available applications and tools can create a complex installation with much potential for error
Average Member Rating
8 Members have reviewed this product
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robertkent
I loved it....but no cigar...yet
Read morepauwl.lunow@getronics.com
Good enough to replace windows
Read moreJIm Hargrove
State-of-the-art Gnu/Linux operating system with apps--based on Debian linux.
Read moreJosé Villalba
The best OS and FREE
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