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What is Ubuntu?

Ubuntu is a free and open-source Linux operating system developed by Canonical and the global Ubuntu community for desktop computing, software development, enterprise servers, and cloud infrastructure. Built on Debian, the distribution combines an extensive software ecosystem with graphical administration tools, predictable releases, and support for a wide range of hardware. Ubuntu Desktop provides the GNOME desktop environment, including an application launcher, file manager, system settings, notification controls, and customizable workspace features. Users can install applications for web browsing, document editing, multimedia production, gaming, programming, and artificial intelligence development. Its APT package management system supports software installation, dependency management, security patches, and system updates, while Snap provides an additional application packaging and distribution framework. Ubuntu releases updated versions every six months, with Long-Term Support editions published every two years for users who prioritize stability and extended maintenance. Standard LTS releases receive five years of security maintenance, while Ubuntu Pro provides additional security coverage, compliance tools, and optional enterprise support. Ubuntu Server enables organizations to deploy web applications, databases, file servers, virtual machines, containers, and Kubernetes clusters across physical and virtual infrastructure. Canonical provides optimized Ubuntu images for AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, Oracle Cloud, and other public cloud environments to simplify application deployment and infrastructure management. Security and administration features include disk encryption, AppArmor access controls, firewall configuration, automatic security updates, Kernel Livepatch through Ubuntu Pro, and centralized device management with Landscape.

What is Manjaro?

Manjaro is a free and open-source Linux distribution based on Arch Linux that provides a customizable operating system for personal computers, software development, and business environments. The distribution combines Arch Linux's flexibility and software ecosystem with a streamlined installation experience and preconfigured desktop interfaces. Official desktop editions include KDE Plasma, GNOME, and Xfce, while community editions provide additional choices for users with different interface preferences. Manjaro follows a rolling release model that continuously delivers operating system improvements, application updates, and security patches without requiring traditional major version upgrades. Its package repositories are organized into Stable, Testing, and Unstable branches to provide different levels of software freshness and testing. The operating system includes Pacman for command-line package management and provides the Pamac graphical software manager in many editions. Pamac enables users to search for applications, install and remove packages, and manage system updates through a desktop interface. Optional support for the Arch User Repository, Flatpak, and Snap expands the software available beyond Manjaro's official repositories. Manjaro Hardware Detection automatically identifies compatible devices and assists with installing appropriate graphics drivers, including supported open-source and proprietary options. The Manjaro Settings Manager provides graphical tools for switching Linux kernels, configuring hardware drivers, managing language settings, and adjusting system preferences. Manjaro supports programming environments, office productivity, multimedia applications, gaming through compatible Linux software and Steam, and other computing workloads while allowing users to customize their desktop environments and system configurations.

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Integrations Supported

Snapcraft
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API Availability

API Availability

Pricing Information

Free
Open source
Free Version

Pricing Information

Free
Free Version

Supported Platforms

Windows
Mac

Supported Platforms

Linux

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars

Training Options

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Company Facts

Organization Name

Ubuntu

Date Founded

2004

Company Location

United States

Company Website

ubuntu.com

Company Facts

Organization Name

Manjaro

Company Location

United States

Company Website

manjaro.org

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