Ubuntu vs Ubuntu Server

Ubuntu

Description: Ubuntu is a free and open source Linux distribution based on Debian. It is easy to use, highly customizable, and has a large community supporting it.

Type: software

Pricing: Free

Ubuntu Server

Description: Ubuntu Server is a free, open source operating system based on Linux, designed for servers, the cloud and large-scale deployments. It has a strong community and large ecosystem of compatible software and tools.

Type: software

Pricing: Open Source

Ubuntu Features

• User friendly desktop environment (Unity, GNOME)
• Wide hardware compatibility
• Extensive software repository
• Strong community support
• Regular LTS releases for stability
• Secure by default

Ubuntu Server Features

• Debian-based Linux distribution
• Supports multiple architectures like x86, ARM, POWER, IBM Z, and LinuxONE
• Uses Linux kernel for core OS functions
• Has server-focused features like LXD for containers
• Supports cloud deployments on AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, and more
• Has Long Term Support (LTS) versions with 5 years of security updates
• Includes server tools like Apache, MySQL, Nginx, Docker, and more
• Has Juju for automating deployments
• Uses APT as package manager
• Has Landscape for systems management

Ubuntu

• Free

Ubuntu Server

• Open Source