Ubuntu Reviews

I gotta say, I'm not really thrilled with Ubuntu. I gave it a shot as a substitute for Windows 7. Here are the things that bug me enough to hardly use it on my dual-boot setup:
1. Why does the boot menu automatically pick Ubuntu instead of Windows? And why isn’t there an option to change the boot order right there in the menu? You end up having to search online for how to do it, and after a while, it seems to revert back to the original settings without any warning, probably during a system update or something. Just let me pick my own default OS, don’t push Ubuntu on me.
2. The graphical interface is kinda clunky and not very appealing. The icons are oversized, and the way they jiggle is just too cutesy, and not in a good way. Plus, when the screen goes blank or the PC goes to sleep, you get these random monochrome squares when it wakes up. A lot of folks have this issue (according to various forums), and there’s no clear fix.
3. The Opera browser doesn’t remember the window size from the last session, so it always opens with the same random size and position.
4. Ubuntu is slower than molasses in winter compared to Windows 7 on the same machine. It’s painfully sluggish.
5. The software store app seems to never close, which leads to the system whining that it can’t apply updates unless you spend ages online figuring out how to kill the app via command line. A user shouldn’t have to jump through hoops for basic interactions between the system and what’s basically built-in software.

And then there’s the clock issue: Windows thinks the system clock is local time, while Ubuntu treats it as UTC and adjusts based on your time zone. Back to Google and the command line again. If the folks behind Ubuntu want Windows users to switch over, why not make it a bit easier?

Overall, it’s a fail for me. That’s why I prefer to set my default boot OS to Windows 7 (which Ubuntu makes a hassle to do, of course).

I'm not too excited about Ubuntu. I installed it as an alternative to Windows 7. These are the things that bother me enough to rarely use it on my dual-boot Windows 7/Ubuntu system:
1.Why does the boot selection menu assume you want to boot Ubuntu by default, not Windows? And why is there not a way to change the boot order as a menu item in the list? You have to google instructions on how to change it, and after a while it seems to revert back to the original configuration without being asked to, probably during a system update I assume. Let me choose my own default boot OS, don't force yourself on me Ubuntu.
2. The graphic interface is, well, "chunky" and unattractive. Icons are too big, and the way they "wiggle" is way too cute, not in a good way. And screen blanking or putting the PC to "sleep" gets you random monochrome squares when the display re-awakens. More than a few people experience this problem (according to various forums), and a clear solution isn't apparent.
3. Opera browser never remembers windows size from the previous session, and always starts up with the same arbitrary sized and positioned window each time.
4. Compared to Windows 7 on the same system, Ubuntu runs slower than molasses in winter. Painfully slow.
5. Apparently the software store application never shuts down and therefore the system complains it can't apply pending updates, unless you spend a half an hour on the internet figuring out how to terminate the application via command line. A USER should not have to facilitate routine interactions between the SYSTEM and what is basically pre-installed SYSTEM SOFTWARE.

And then there's the time issue: Windows assumes the system clock is local time, Ubuntu assumes the system clock indicates UTC, and applies an offset depending on your local time zone. Back to google and the command line. If the creators of Ubuntu want Windows users to migrate, why don't they make an effort to smooth the path a little?

All in all, a fail. Which is why I prefer to set the default boot OS on my system to Windows 7 (which Ubuntu makes difficult to do, of course).

Linux Ubuntu is truly fantastic, reliable, and user-friendly. It gets regular updates, comes with built-in security features, and I’ve never had it crash on my laptop. Plus, there’s a ton of free software out there. You can either go with the graphical interface or dive into command lines if that’s your thing. I had it set up on my laptop back in December 2019 after getting a notice from Microsoft that they’d stop supporting the third version of Windows I was using. They had already left me high and dry with the previous two versions, which messed up my laptops and wiped out all my files. So, I figured it was high time to ditch Microsoft for good. I took my laptop to a local repair shop, where they helped me save the files I wanted, removed Microsoft, and installed Linux Ubuntu. It didn’t cost me much—just 30 Euros for their help. I can’t recommend Linux Ubuntu enough; I’m really happy I made the switch. Big thanks to everyone involved in creating such a solid and free operating system!

Linux Ubuntu is excellent, stable & easy to use, updated regularly, has built-in security/anti-virus protection, never crashes my laptop & they have a lot of free software applications available. You can use the graphical user interface or use command lines. I had it installed on my laptop in December 2019 (after I had a message from Microsoft saying they would stop supporting the 3rd version of Windows I'd had on a laptop within less than a month - when they stopped supporting the previous 2 versions of Windows they killed my laptops at the same time, so I lost all my files, & there were constant problems caused by Microsoft all along, so I decided I must immediately get rid of Microsoft entirely & not allow them to destroy a 3rd laptop). I got a local computer repair shop to save all the files I wanted to keep, remove Microsoft from my laptop and install Linux Ubuntu. Linux Ubuntu is free & I only had to pay 30 Euros to the computer repair shop for their service. I recommend Linux Ubuntu to everyone, I'm really glad I got it installed on my laptop. Thank you very much to all the people at Linux Ubuntu for providing such an excellent and stable operating system, and for making it available for free.

I just installed Ubuntu to give it a whirl. It feels way more polished compared to the Linux versions I experimented with back in my teen years.

Having been an Ubuntu user on all my devices since 2013, I can truly attest to the incredible effort that goes into this stunning distro. Every significant release of Ubuntu enhances the experience with fantastic new features and impressive performance tweaks. The dedication and hard work from the team behind Ubuntu is clearly evident.

As someone who has used Ubuntu on all their machines since 2013 I can vouch for the amount of effort put into this breathtaking distro. Each major new version of Ubuntu adds to the experience with amazing new features and brilliant performance adaptations. The amount of work and dedication the team have put into Ubuntu really shows.

nearly flawless, yet there are still issues with graphic card drivers, fullscreen lag, and the persistent black screen problem on Ubuntu. If I were to rate Ubuntu itself rather than the Linux modules, I'd say the Unity UI needs to be more customizable. I just want to install and use it without having to download Xfce or anything else. Another issue is the resource usage; it eats up a ton of RAM.

almost perfect, but still problems with drivers for graphic cards, fullscreen lag and black screen always problem on Ubuntu, but if i will rate really Ubuntu and not Linux modules then Unity UI should be more adjustable, i want install and use and don't download Xfce and etc..another problem is resources, consuming so much RAM

This is a solid choice for folks who are just starting out with Linux and don’t need anything too elaborate. It’s straightforward and super user-friendly, plus it’s lightweight, which makes it a good fit for virtual machines.

Now, if you’re after something a bit more advanced and customizable, it gets the job done, but I’d recommend checking out a few other Linux systems that might serve you better. Just keep in mind that most of those will need a bit more setup.

It is a great sistem for people that are new to linux and aren't looking for anything to fancy. It is simple and really easy to use wile also being really light (Making it also good for VMs).

For people looking for some more advansed and custimizable sistem ... well it does the job, but in that case i would say there are a few linux sistems that do it better (Tho most require more setting up).

This server OS is just plain awful! It hogs all your RAM and CPU, plus it has some shady practices. I'd recommend steering clear and going with Debian for your server needs.

I own a Dell XPS 13 from 2012 (with 4GB of RAM) that was turning into a fire risk while using Windows 10. The fan was always on, it got way too hot to handle, and I could barely get anything done with the CPUs maxed out. So, I thought I'd give Ubuntu Desktop 20.04 a shot. The installation was a breeze (shoutout to Rufus), and it offered all the essential features I needed. Now, the System Monitor shows the CPUs chilling in single digits, and my laptop feels brand new. I'm really happy with how it turned out!

I have a Dell XPS 13 circa 2012 (4GB memory) that was becoming a fire hazard running Windows 10. The fan ran continuously, it was too hot to use as a laptop, and could hardly do anything with the CPUs pegged. I decided to try Ubuntu Desktop 20.04. It installed effortlessly (thanks to Rufus), and provided all the fundamental features I wanted. Now the System Monitor shows the CPUs running in single digits, and the laptop seems new again. I am delighted with the experience!

I can't get enough of Ubuntu! But hey, let's be real—Linux isn't everyone's cup of tea. You gotta be ready to invest a good chunk of time into it, and if you do, you'll end up loving it. If you're not up for that kind of commitment, it might be best to skip it.