Silent Orbis Posted January 20, 2014 Report Share Posted January 20, 2014 Introduction As many of you may have noticed, I've been quite excited for something called Ubuntu. Ubuntu is a free, open-source operating system (OS). The basic programming is built off of an OS, called Linux. Being free, this operating system is great for starting off a custom made computer, or just to replace an OS in some crummy old computer. In my case, I replaced Windows XP. My computer is only an Intel Pentium 4, with 2GB RAM, and less than 512 MB of video memory. These specs are outdates by 6 years, at least. Basicallly, this computer is, or was (until now) useless. I will review Ubuntu down below. GUI/Design The design of Ubuntu is very elegant. There is a side drawer, which very beautiful, and translucent. In fact, there isn't much to says, so I will let you all decide for yourselves, with a screen shot from my computer. Functionality & Features I feel that I made a good decision with Ubuntu, as it provides an amzing array of features that XP didn't have. It includes Ubuntu Software Center, which is like the App Store, or the Play Store on Google devices. Not only does it have amazing free games, etc, but you can also get traditional desktop programs, which then are put as shortcuts on your actual desktop. In terms of quality, Ubuntu is very good. For a free price, you would expect poor quality, yet I have to say, that it actually beats Windows XP. Also, I did not expect this, but my boot time was EXCEPTIONALLY better. Normally it would take 15 seconds to start up, then about 30 seconds to fully login. With this OS, I was at the login screen within 5 seconds, and it took me 10 seconds MAXIMUM to login. My theory on this is, that Ubuntu takes up less hard drive space, which allows for it to startup faster all together. Speaking of which, this OS requires very minimal system requirements, as it can run if you have 1GB+ RAM, at least (around) 10GB, and a processor which runs at least at 2GhZ. This also includes a beautifu; search bar which is much like iOS, that allows you to search your computer, the internet, your (free) 5GB cloud storage, and much more. The Verdict Ubuntu is worth downloading in order to replace Windows XP, or Vista. You can get features from Windows 8, that you couldn't before, due to lack of money to buyWindows 8, or low system specifications. I GIVE IT 9.5/10 Near perfect! Especially for the price! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCPO Mayh3m Posted January 20, 2014 Report Share Posted January 20, 2014 Very nice review! I enjoyed it! If I ever have a spare laptop lying around then I may have to try this OS out. Seems like a blend of iOS, Windows, and Linux. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Of Harts Posted February 20, 2014 Report Share Posted February 20, 2014 It's an awesome OS, I use it More secure than Windows, free, open-source, customizable, multiple GUI options, fast, stable, reliable, basically everything that I like in an OS, which is why I use it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akali Posted February 20, 2014 Report Share Posted February 20, 2014 a very nice review orbis OS looks interesting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Stig Posted February 20, 2014 Report Share Posted February 20, 2014 Great Review! Very honest, and professional. I think that it looks like an incredible operating system, especially considering its free! I have used every version of Windows, and tried about half of the apple iOS software. I have yet to try Linux or this but I will someday to expand my knowledge and build my experience in different Operating systems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Axilus Prime Posted February 21, 2014 Report Share Posted February 21, 2014 Every computer in the public library where I live runs Ubuntu, lol. An old version of it though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nilpmet Posted May 23, 2014 Report Share Posted May 23, 2014 I dual boot Ubuntu and Windows 8. I run a private mc server on Ubuntu and do some questionable things, but i play games on win8! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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