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Pro Just works out of the box
Lots of support for hardware, lots of pre-installed software, and a smooth install process means less time downloading drivers, less time digging through configuration files, and less time deciding on software to use just to get up and running. It also means less time digging through forums looking for support.
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Cons
Con Relatively high system requirements
The default Unity desktop environment is a resource hog which requires hardware accelerated graphics rendering in order to run smoothly, making out of the box Ubuntu unsuitable for low end systems and older hardware. Even mildly aged hardware, you'll get far better performance out of a lighter desktop environment like LXDE or XFCE.
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Ubuntu LTS
Recommended 6 years ago
Ubuntu and Debian have worked fantastic for an OS and a Server. I cannot stand CentOS which I used for 4 years prior.
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Great Long Term Support release schedule (2 years)Pro
Just works out of the boxPro
Good PPA repositories availablePro
Most users are already familiar with itPro
Lots of supportPro
Easiest to master