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Ubuntu 6.06 LTS review Editors Choice Award

8.2

Editors' Rating

Excellent

9.0

Members' Rating

Spectacular

Typical price:Free

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

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Member Opinion

9.0

Average Member Rating

Spectacular

8 Members have reviewed this product

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Anonymous

Anonymous

Good alternative to Windows

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8.5

Excellent


Anonymous

Anonymous

My best Linux experience yet

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9.5

Spectacular


Sam Burke

Sam Burke

Excellent linux distro -- perfect for new users

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9.3

Spectacular


James Myers

James Myers

The best Linux distro for the masses

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9.5

Spectacular


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