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Ubuntu 20 (Ubuntu 20.04 LTS) vs. Debian

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricUbuntu 20 (Ubuntu 20.04 LTS)

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Debian

by Debian Project

Overall rating4.64.6
Review count45223
Ease of use9.48.7
Ease of setup9.68.8
Quality of support9.28.6
Meets requirements9.59.1
NPS77.27272777.375566
Small Business53.3%47.9%
Mid-Market28.9%31.5%
Enterprise17.8%20.7%
Total page views60319
Total LLM citations49868

Ubuntu 20 (Ubuntu 20.04 LTS)

Ubuntu 20.04 LTS, codenamed "Focal Fossa," is a long-term support release of the Ubuntu operating system, launched on April 23, 2020. Designed for desktops, servers, and cloud environments, it offers enhanced performance, security, and stability. This release is backed by five years of standard support, extendable to ten years with Ubuntu Pro, ensuring a reliable platform for both personal and enterprise use.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Performance
  • Community Size
  • Easy Installation

Debian

Debian is a free and open-source operating system developed collaboratively by a global community of volunteers. Established in 1993, it has become one of the most popular and influential Linux distributions, known for its stability, security, and extensive software repositories. Debian serves as the foundation for numerous other distributions, including Ubuntu and Linux Mint, and is widely used on both servers and desktops.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Reliability
  • Stability
  • Open Source
  • Security
  • Customization