Ubuntu 18 (Ubuntu 18.04 LTS) vs. Microsoft Windows Server 2016 with SQL Server 2017 Enterprise
A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.
| Metric | Ubuntu 18 (Ubuntu 18.04 LTS) | Microsoft Windows Server 2016 with SQL Server 2017 Enterprise |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4 | 4.6 |
| Review count | 26 | 22 |
| Ease of use | 9.0 | 9.3 |
| Ease of setup | 9.3 | 9.1 |
| Quality of support | 8.7 | 9.4 |
| Meets requirements | 9.5 | 9.5 |
| NPS | 57.692308 | 77.272727 |
| Small Business | 61.5% | 18.2% |
| Mid-Market | 15.4% | 45.5% |
| Enterprise | 23.1% | 36.4% |
| Total page views | 12 | 19 |
| Total LLM citations | 2 | 0 |
Ubuntu 18 (Ubuntu 18.04 LTS)
Ubuntu 18.04 LTS (Bionic Beaver is a long-term support release of the Ubuntu operating system, designed to provide a stable and secure environment for a wide range of applications. Released on April 26, 2018, it offers five years of standard support, with extended security maintenance available through Ubuntu Pro until April 2028. This release is optimized for cloud deployments, including Amazon Web Services (AWS), and is well-suited for enterprise workloads, development environments, and cloud-native applications.
Microsoft Windows Server 2016 with SQL Server 2017 Enterprise
Microsoft Windows Server 2016 with SQL Server 2017 Enterprise is a robust, pre-configured Amazon Machine Image (AMI) available on AWS Marketplace. This AMI combines the reliability of Windows Server 2016 with the advanced data management capabilities of SQL Server 2017 Enterprise, providing a comprehensive solution for deploying enterprise-grade applications and databases in the cloud. Key Features and Functionality: - Pre-Configured AMI: The AMI is built, updated, and fully patched by AWS, ensuring a secure and reliable environment for your applications.