Ubuntu is an exceptionally popular OS, that uses the Linux kernel. Even though it's used primarily on personal computers, its server version has been becoming more popular nowadays as well. Ubuntu is among the lightest Linux releases available and it is compatible with almost any kind of hardware, which makes it a universal Operating System. It is also very stable and secure and has an at the very least a 5-year support life cycle, so you are able to get official safety and performance updates. Unlike numerous other Operating Systems, Ubuntu is distributed devoid of license fees and you can customize its core, as well as all of the thousands of packages it contains, in any way you see fit. This will enable you to set up the proper software environment for all of your web apps whatever their requirements. Because of the popularity of the OS, Ubuntu has vast developer and user communities, so you will always find plenty of materials online regarding any question or problem that you may have.
Ubuntu in Dedicated Web Hosting
When the applications that you would like to run require Ubuntu as well as plenty of resources, you should opt for our Linux dedicated web hosting and add this OS to your order with just a single click. You can select between the 32-bit and the 64-bit release of the Operating System, based on which release your apps need to work properly and to get the most of the server hardware. Since you will have full root access, you will have full control over the software environment on the machine and you will be able to install anything you would like. The Ubuntu-powered server does not contain a web hosting Control Panel, which means that you can manage your content using a Secure Shell console, yet if you would like, you can set up a third-party Control Panel and use a graphical interface to command your web sites. When you do not want to lose time controlling your hosting server, you can take advantage of the Managed Services package, that features lots of tasks done by our admins on your behalf. The package includes regular updates of your Ubuntu OS as well.