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Best Operating Systems for Small Business

Shalaka Joshi
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Researched and written by Shalaka Joshi

Products classified in the overall Operating System category are similar in many regards and help companies of all sizes solve their business problems. However, small business features, pricing, setup, and installation differ from businesses of other sizes, which is why we match buyers to the right Small Business Operating System to fit their needs. Compare product ratings based on reviews from enterprise users or connect with one of G2's buying advisors to find the right solutions within the Small Business Operating System category.

In addition to qualifying for inclusion in the Operating Systems category, to qualify for inclusion in the Small Business Operating Systems category, a product must have at least 10 reviews left by a reviewer from a small business.

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(1,479)4.6 out of 5
2nd Easiest To Use in Operating System software
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    Apple's iOS is a sophisticated mobile operating system that powers the iPhone, offering a seamless and intuitive user experience. With each iteration, iOS introduces innovative features and enhancemen

    Users
    • Software Engineer
    • Owner
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    • Computer Software
    Market Segment
    • 49% Small-Business
    • 27% Mid-Market
  • Pros and Cons
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  • Apple iOS Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    User-Friendly
    52
    Ease of Use
    39
    Speed/Performance
    35
    Design Aesthetics
    34
    User Interface
    28
    Cons
    Apple Limitations
    37
    Limited Customization
    32
    High Cost
    22
    Limited Apps/Store
    17
    Usage Difficulty
    10
  • User Satisfaction
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  • Apple iOS features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    9.0
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.5
    9.4
    Ease of Use
    Average: 8.5
    9.1
    Quality of Support
    Average: 8.2
    8.7
    Ease of Admin
    Average: 8.5
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    Seller
    Apple
    Year Founded
    1976
    HQ Location
    Cupertino, CA
    Twitter
    @Apple
    9,946,077 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    166,633 employees on LinkedIn®
    Ownership
    NASDAQ:AAPL
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

Apple's iOS is a sophisticated mobile operating system that powers the iPhone, offering a seamless and intuitive user experience. With each iteration, iOS introduces innovative features and enhancemen

Users
  • Software Engineer
  • Owner
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
  • Computer Software
Market Segment
  • 49% Small-Business
  • 27% Mid-Market
Apple iOS Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
User-Friendly
52
Ease of Use
39
Speed/Performance
35
Design Aesthetics
34
User Interface
28
Cons
Apple Limitations
37
Limited Customization
32
High Cost
22
Limited Apps/Store
17
Usage Difficulty
10
Apple iOS features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
9.0
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.5
9.4
Ease of Use
Average: 8.5
9.1
Quality of Support
Average: 8.2
8.7
Ease of Admin
Average: 8.5
Seller Details
Seller
Apple
Year Founded
1976
HQ Location
Cupertino, CA
Twitter
@Apple
9,946,077 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
166,633 employees on LinkedIn®
Ownership
NASDAQ:AAPL
(3,921)4.5 out of 5
1st Easiest To Use in Operating System software
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    This description is provided by the seller.

    Windows 11 is Microsoft's latest operating system, designed to provide a seamless and intuitive user experience across various devices. With a fresh, modern interface and enhanced performance, Windows

    Users
    • Software Engineer
    • Software Developer
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    • Computer Software
    Market Segment
    • 35% Small-Business
    • 31% Mid-Market
  • Pros and Cons
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  • Windows 11 Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    User-Friendly
    269
    Ease of Use
    261
    Speed/Performance
    253
    User Interface
    231
    Design Aesthetics
    202
    Cons
    Limited Customization
    108
    High Requirements
    100
    Menu Issues
    96
    Taskbar Issues
    90
    Performance Issues
    89
  • User Satisfaction
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  • Windows 11 features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    8.9
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.5
    9.2
    Ease of Use
    Average: 8.5
    8.5
    Quality of Support
    Average: 8.2
    8.9
    Ease of Admin
    Average: 8.5
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    Seller
    Microsoft
    Year Founded
    1975
    HQ Location
    Redmond, Washington
    Twitter
    @microsoft
    13,088,873 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    226,132 employees on LinkedIn®
    Ownership
    MSFT
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

Windows 11 is Microsoft's latest operating system, designed to provide a seamless and intuitive user experience across various devices. With a fresh, modern interface and enhanced performance, Windows

Users
  • Software Engineer
  • Software Developer
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
  • Computer Software
Market Segment
  • 35% Small-Business
  • 31% Mid-Market
Windows 11 Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
User-Friendly
269
Ease of Use
261
Speed/Performance
253
User Interface
231
Design Aesthetics
202
Cons
Limited Customization
108
High Requirements
100
Menu Issues
96
Taskbar Issues
90
Performance Issues
89
Windows 11 features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.9
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.5
9.2
Ease of Use
Average: 8.5
8.5
Quality of Support
Average: 8.2
8.9
Ease of Admin
Average: 8.5
Seller Details
Seller
Microsoft
Year Founded
1975
HQ Location
Redmond, Washington
Twitter
@microsoft
13,088,873 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
226,132 employees on LinkedIn®
Ownership
MSFT
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(1,229)4.6 out of 5
3rd Easiest To Use in Operating System software
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    Android Enterprise Management is a comprehensive solution designed to simplify the deployment, management, and security of Android devices within business environments. It offers a suite of tools that

    Users
    • Software Engineer
    • Senior Software Engineer
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    • Computer Software
    Market Segment
    • 51% Small-Business
    • 25% Mid-Market
  • Pros and Cons
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  • Android Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    User-Friendly
    39
    Customization/Personalization
    37
    Ease of Use
    31
    App Ecosystem
    28
    Easy Setup
    10
    Cons
    Slow Updates
    26
    Security Issues
    20
    Bloatware Issues
    17
    Performance Issues
    8
    Poor UI/UX
    7
  • User Satisfaction
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  • Android features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    8.8
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.5
    9.3
    Ease of Use
    Average: 8.5
    8.5
    Quality of Support
    Average: 8.2
    8.7
    Ease of Admin
    Average: 8.5
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    Seller
    Google
    Year Founded
    1998
    HQ Location
    Mountain View, CA
    Twitter
    @google
    31,755,640 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    325,935 employees on LinkedIn®
    Ownership
    NASDAQ:GOOG
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

Android Enterprise Management is a comprehensive solution designed to simplify the deployment, management, and security of Android devices within business environments. It offers a suite of tools that

Users
  • Software Engineer
  • Senior Software Engineer
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
  • Computer Software
Market Segment
  • 51% Small-Business
  • 25% Mid-Market
Android Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
User-Friendly
39
Customization/Personalization
37
Ease of Use
31
App Ecosystem
28
Easy Setup
10
Cons
Slow Updates
26
Security Issues
20
Bloatware Issues
17
Performance Issues
8
Poor UI/UX
7
Android features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.8
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.5
9.3
Ease of Use
Average: 8.5
8.5
Quality of Support
Average: 8.2
8.7
Ease of Admin
Average: 8.5
Seller Details
Seller
Google
Year Founded
1998
HQ Location
Mountain View, CA
Twitter
@google
31,755,640 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
325,935 employees on LinkedIn®
Ownership
NASDAQ:GOOG
(620)4.5 out of 5
6th Easiest To Use in Operating System software
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    This description is provided by the seller.

    ChromeOS is a lightweight, cloud-centric operating system developed by Google, designed to provide a fast, secure, and user-friendly computing experience. Built upon the Linux kernel, it primarily uti

    Users
    • Software Engineer
    • Senior Software Engineer
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    • Computer Software
    Market Segment
    • 43% Small-Business
    • 31% Mid-Market
  • Pros and Cons
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  • Chrome OS Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Speed/Performance
    113
    Ease of Use
    108
    User-Friendly
    63
    Easy Setup
    51
    Lightweight Size
    41
    Cons
    Limited Software
    58
    Limited Apps/Store
    46
    Limited Customization
    20
    Connectivity Issues
    19
    Performance Issues
    17
  • User Satisfaction
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  • Chrome OS features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    8.7
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.5
    9.3
    Ease of Use
    Average: 8.5
    8.6
    Quality of Support
    Average: 8.2
    8.8
    Ease of Admin
    Average: 8.5
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  • Seller Details
    Seller
    Google
    Year Founded
    1998
    HQ Location
    Mountain View, CA
    Twitter
    @google
    31,755,640 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    325,935 employees on LinkedIn®
    Ownership
    NASDAQ:GOOG
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

ChromeOS is a lightweight, cloud-centric operating system developed by Google, designed to provide a fast, secure, and user-friendly computing experience. Built upon the Linux kernel, it primarily uti

Users
  • Software Engineer
  • Senior Software Engineer
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
  • Computer Software
Market Segment
  • 43% Small-Business
  • 31% Mid-Market
Chrome OS Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Speed/Performance
113
Ease of Use
108
User-Friendly
63
Easy Setup
51
Lightweight Size
41
Cons
Limited Software
58
Limited Apps/Store
46
Limited Customization
20
Connectivity Issues
19
Performance Issues
17
Chrome OS features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.7
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.5
9.3
Ease of Use
Average: 8.5
8.6
Quality of Support
Average: 8.2
8.8
Ease of Admin
Average: 8.5
Seller Details
Seller
Google
Year Founded
1998
HQ Location
Mountain View, CA
Twitter
@google
31,755,640 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
325,935 employees on LinkedIn®
Ownership
NASDAQ:GOOG
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    macOS Sierra, version 10.12, is the thirteenth major release of Apple's desktop operating system for Macintosh computers. Released on September 20, 2016, it introduced several significant features aim

    Users
    • Software Engineer
    • Owner
    Industries
    • Computer Software
    • Information Technology and Services
    Market Segment
    • 51% Small-Business
    • 26% Mid-Market
  • Pros and Cons
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  • macOS Sierra Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    User-Friendly
    26
    Speed/Performance
    23
    User Interface
    19
    Ease of Use
    18
    Design Aesthetics
    17
    Cons
    Compatibility Issues
    13
    Apple Limitations
    11
    Performance Issues
    8
    Usage Difficulty
    8
    Limited Apps/Store
    7
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    8.8
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.5
    9.3
    Ease of Use
    Average: 8.5
    8.9
    Quality of Support
    Average: 8.2
    8.8
    Ease of Admin
    Average: 8.5
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    Seller
    Apple
    Year Founded
    1976
    HQ Location
    Cupertino, CA
    Twitter
    @Apple
    9,946,077 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    166,633 employees on LinkedIn®
    Ownership
    NASDAQ:AAPL
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

macOS Sierra, version 10.12, is the thirteenth major release of Apple's desktop operating system for Macintosh computers. Released on September 20, 2016, it introduced several significant features aim

Users
  • Software Engineer
  • Owner
Industries
  • Computer Software
  • Information Technology and Services
Market Segment
  • 51% Small-Business
  • 26% Mid-Market
macOS Sierra Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
User-Friendly
26
Speed/Performance
23
User Interface
19
Ease of Use
18
Design Aesthetics
17
Cons
Compatibility Issues
13
Apple Limitations
11
Performance Issues
8
Usage Difficulty
8
Limited Apps/Store
7
macOS Sierra features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.8
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.5
9.3
Ease of Use
Average: 8.5
8.9
Quality of Support
Average: 8.2
8.8
Ease of Admin
Average: 8.5
Seller Details
Seller
Apple
Year Founded
1976
HQ Location
Cupertino, CA
Twitter
@Apple
9,946,077 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
166,633 employees on LinkedIn®
Ownership
NASDAQ:AAPL
(2,314)4.5 out of 5
7th Easiest To Use in Operating System software
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    This description is provided by the seller.

    Ubuntu is the Linux OS that’s made for everyone. Harness the freedom and creativity of open source, from laptops and workstations to servers and IoT devices Published by Canonical, Ubuntu brings yo

    Users
    • Software Engineer
    • Senior Software Engineer
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    • Computer Software
    Market Segment
    • 47% Small-Business
    • 33% Mid-Market
    User Sentiment
    How are these determined?Information
    These insights, currently in beta, are compiled from user reviews and grouped to display a high-level overview of the software.
    • Ubuntu is a Linux-based operating system used for various purposes including engineering, personal use, and IT-related tasks.
    • Reviewers like Ubuntu's user-friendly interface, strong community support, and its ability to run smoothly even on low-end hardware, making it a reliable option for both personal and professional use.
    • Reviewers mentioned issues with software compatibility, frequent updates causing disruptions, and a steep learning curve for those transitioning from other operating systems.
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  • Ubuntu Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Ease of Use
    337
    Linux/Ubuntu OS
    299
    Open Source
    213
    User Interface
    190
    User-Friendly
    185
    Cons
    Compatibility Issues
    141
    Driver Issues
    104
    Limited Software
    104
    Usage Difficulty
    91
    Performance Issues
    80
  • User Satisfaction
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  • Ubuntu features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    8.7
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.5
    8.7
    Ease of Use
    Average: 8.5
    8.3
    Quality of Support
    Average: 8.2
    8.7
    Ease of Admin
    Average: 8.5
  • Seller Details
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    Year Founded
    2004
    HQ Location
    London
    Twitter
    @Canonical
    108,702 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    1,893 employees on LinkedIn®
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

Ubuntu is the Linux OS that’s made for everyone. Harness the freedom and creativity of open source, from laptops and workstations to servers and IoT devices Published by Canonical, Ubuntu brings yo

Users
  • Software Engineer
  • Senior Software Engineer
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
  • Computer Software
Market Segment
  • 47% Small-Business
  • 33% Mid-Market
User Sentiment
How are these determined?Information
These insights, currently in beta, are compiled from user reviews and grouped to display a high-level overview of the software.
  • Ubuntu is a Linux-based operating system used for various purposes including engineering, personal use, and IT-related tasks.
  • Reviewers like Ubuntu's user-friendly interface, strong community support, and its ability to run smoothly even on low-end hardware, making it a reliable option for both personal and professional use.
  • Reviewers mentioned issues with software compatibility, frequent updates causing disruptions, and a steep learning curve for those transitioning from other operating systems.
Ubuntu Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Ease of Use
337
Linux/Ubuntu OS
299
Open Source
213
User Interface
190
User-Friendly
185
Cons
Compatibility Issues
141
Driver Issues
104
Limited Software
104
Usage Difficulty
91
Performance Issues
80
Ubuntu features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.7
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.5
8.7
Ease of Use
Average: 8.5
8.3
Quality of Support
Average: 8.2
8.7
Ease of Admin
Average: 8.5
Seller Details
Year Founded
2004
HQ Location
London
Twitter
@Canonical
108,702 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
1,893 employees on LinkedIn®
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    This description is provided by the seller.

    OS X Mountain Lion, version 10.8, is the ninth major release of Apple's desktop operating system for Macintosh computers, launched on July 25, 2012. This release introduced over 200 new features, many

    Users
    • Software Engineer
    Industries
    • Computer Software
    • Information Technology and Services
    Market Segment
    • 43% Small-Business
    • 31% Mid-Market
  • Pros and Cons
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  • Apple OS X Mountain Lion Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Ease of Use
    6
    Speed/Performance
    5
    New Features
    4
    User-Friendly
    4
    Compatibility
    2
    Cons
    Compatibility Issues
    4
    Installation Difficulties
    2
    Limited Apps/Store
    2
    OS Incompatibility
    2
    Performance Issues
    2
  • User Satisfaction
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  • Apple OS X Mountain Lion features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    8.6
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.5
    9.0
    Ease of Use
    Average: 8.5
    8.3
    Quality of Support
    Average: 8.2
    8.8
    Ease of Admin
    Average: 8.5
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  • Seller Details
    Seller
    Apple
    Year Founded
    1976
    HQ Location
    Cupertino, CA
    Twitter
    @Apple
    9,946,077 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    166,633 employees on LinkedIn®
    Ownership
    NASDAQ:AAPL
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

OS X Mountain Lion, version 10.8, is the ninth major release of Apple's desktop operating system for Macintosh computers, launched on July 25, 2012. This release introduced over 200 new features, many

Users
  • Software Engineer
Industries
  • Computer Software
  • Information Technology and Services
Market Segment
  • 43% Small-Business
  • 31% Mid-Market
Apple OS X Mountain Lion Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Ease of Use
6
Speed/Performance
5
New Features
4
User-Friendly
4
Compatibility
2
Cons
Compatibility Issues
4
Installation Difficulties
2
Limited Apps/Store
2
OS Incompatibility
2
Performance Issues
2
Apple OS X Mountain Lion features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.6
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.5
9.0
Ease of Use
Average: 8.5
8.3
Quality of Support
Average: 8.2
8.8
Ease of Admin
Average: 8.5
Seller Details
Seller
Apple
Year Founded
1976
HQ Location
Cupertino, CA
Twitter
@Apple
9,946,077 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
166,633 employees on LinkedIn®
Ownership
NASDAQ:AAPL
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    This description is provided by the seller.

    OS X Mavericks, version 10.9, is the tenth major release of Apple's desktop operating system for Macintosh computers. Announced on June 10, 2013, and released on October 22, 2013, Mavericks introduced

    Users
    No information available
    Industries
    • Computer Software
    • Information Technology and Services
    Market Segment
    • 53% Small-Business
    • 27% Mid-Market
  • Pros and Cons
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  • Apple OS X Mavericks Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Speed/Performance
    8
    New Features
    5
    User-Friendly
    5
    Stability
    4
    Design Aesthetics
    3
    Cons
    Limited Apps/Store
    6
    Security Issues
    4
    App Incompatibility
    3
    Apple Limitations
    3
    Compatibility Issues
    3
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  • Apple OS X Mavericks features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    9.2
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.5
    9.0
    Ease of Use
    Average: 8.5
    8.7
    Quality of Support
    Average: 8.2
    8.8
    Ease of Admin
    Average: 8.5
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  • Seller Details
    Seller
    Apple
    Year Founded
    1976
    HQ Location
    Cupertino, CA
    Twitter
    @Apple
    9,946,077 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    166,633 employees on LinkedIn®
    Ownership
    NASDAQ:AAPL
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

OS X Mavericks, version 10.9, is the tenth major release of Apple's desktop operating system for Macintosh computers. Announced on June 10, 2013, and released on October 22, 2013, Mavericks introduced

Users
No information available
Industries
  • Computer Software
  • Information Technology and Services
Market Segment
  • 53% Small-Business
  • 27% Mid-Market
Apple OS X Mavericks Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Speed/Performance
8
New Features
5
User-Friendly
5
Stability
4
Design Aesthetics
3
Cons
Limited Apps/Store
6
Security Issues
4
App Incompatibility
3
Apple Limitations
3
Compatibility Issues
3
Apple OS X Mavericks features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
9.2
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.5
9.0
Ease of Use
Average: 8.5
8.7
Quality of Support
Average: 8.2
8.8
Ease of Admin
Average: 8.5
Seller Details
Seller
Apple
Year Founded
1976
HQ Location
Cupertino, CA
Twitter
@Apple
9,946,077 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
166,633 employees on LinkedIn®
Ownership
NASDAQ:AAPL
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    OS X El Capitan, version 10.11 of Apple's Mac operating system, was released on September 30, 2015. Named after the iconic rock formation in Yosemite National Park, this update focused on enhancing pe

    Users
    • Software Engineer
    • Owner
    Industries
    • Computer Software
    • Information Technology and Services
    Market Segment
    • 51% Small-Business
    • 25% Mid-Market
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  • Apple OS X El Capitan Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Stability
    4
    Speed/Performance
    3
    Ease of Use
    2
    App Ecosystem
    1
    Compatibility
    1
    Cons
    Slow Updates
    3
    App Incompatibility
    1
    Apple Limitations
    1
    Compatibility Issues
    1
    Hardware Limitations
    1
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  • Apple OS X El Capitan features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    8.1
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.5
    9.3
    Ease of Use
    Average: 8.5
    8.4
    Quality of Support
    Average: 8.2
    8.3
    Ease of Admin
    Average: 8.5
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    Seller
    Apple
    Year Founded
    1976
    HQ Location
    Cupertino, CA
    Twitter
    @Apple
    9,946,077 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    166,633 employees on LinkedIn®
    Ownership
    NASDAQ:AAPL
Product Description
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OS X El Capitan, version 10.11 of Apple's Mac operating system, was released on September 30, 2015. Named after the iconic rock formation in Yosemite National Park, this update focused on enhancing pe

Users
  • Software Engineer
  • Owner
Industries
  • Computer Software
  • Information Technology and Services
Market Segment
  • 51% Small-Business
  • 25% Mid-Market
Apple OS X El Capitan Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Stability
4
Speed/Performance
3
Ease of Use
2
App Ecosystem
1
Compatibility
1
Cons
Slow Updates
3
App Incompatibility
1
Apple Limitations
1
Compatibility Issues
1
Hardware Limitations
1
Apple OS X El Capitan features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.1
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.5
9.3
Ease of Use
Average: 8.5
8.4
Quality of Support
Average: 8.2
8.3
Ease of Admin
Average: 8.5
Seller Details
Seller
Apple
Year Founded
1976
HQ Location
Cupertino, CA
Twitter
@Apple
9,946,077 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
166,633 employees on LinkedIn®
Ownership
NASDAQ:AAPL
(877)4.2 out of 5
5th Easiest To Use in Operating System software
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    Windows 7, released by Microsoft in October 2009, is a desktop operating system designed to enhance user experience and system performance. Building upon its predecessor, Windows Vista, it introduced

    Users
    • Software Engineer
    • Senior Software Engineer
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    • Computer Software
    Market Segment
    • 34% Small-Business
    • 33% Mid-Market
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  • Windows 7 Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    User-Friendly
    17
    Ease of Use
    14
    Speed/Performance
    13
    Stability
    12
    User Interface
    12
    Cons
    Outdated Technology
    13
    Security Issues
    11
    Slow Updates
    9
    Lack of Support
    7
    Compatibility Issues
    6
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    8.7
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.5
    9.1
    Ease of Use
    Average: 8.5
    7.9
    Quality of Support
    Average: 8.2
    8.9
    Ease of Admin
    Average: 8.5
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    Seller
    Microsoft
    Year Founded
    1975
    HQ Location
    Redmond, Washington
    Twitter
    @microsoft
    13,088,873 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    226,132 employees on LinkedIn®
    Ownership
    MSFT
Product Description
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Windows 7, released by Microsoft in October 2009, is a desktop operating system designed to enhance user experience and system performance. Building upon its predecessor, Windows Vista, it introduced

Users
  • Software Engineer
  • Senior Software Engineer
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
  • Computer Software
Market Segment
  • 34% Small-Business
  • 33% Mid-Market
Windows 7 Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
User-Friendly
17
Ease of Use
14
Speed/Performance
13
Stability
12
User Interface
12
Cons
Outdated Technology
13
Security Issues
11
Slow Updates
9
Lack of Support
7
Compatibility Issues
6
Windows 7 features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.7
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.5
9.1
Ease of Use
Average: 8.5
7.9
Quality of Support
Average: 8.2
8.9
Ease of Admin
Average: 8.5
Seller Details
Seller
Microsoft
Year Founded
1975
HQ Location
Redmond, Washington
Twitter
@microsoft
13,088,873 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
226,132 employees on LinkedIn®
Ownership
MSFT
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    Oracle Solaris 11 is a robust, enterprise-grade UNIX operating system engineered to deliver consistent compatibility, simplicity, and security for mission-critical applications. Designed over two deca

    Users
    • Software Engineer
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    • Computer Software
    Market Segment
    • 45% Enterprise
    • 33% Mid-Market
  • Pros and Cons
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  • Oracle Solaris Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Reliability
    6
    Powerful Features
    5
    Stability
    5
    Security/Safety
    4
    Speed/Performance
    3
    Cons
    High Cost
    5
    Compatibility Issues
    3
    Installation Difficulties
    2
    Lack of Support
    2
    Apple Limitations
    1
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    7.9
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.5
    8.1
    Ease of Use
    Average: 8.5
    8.2
    Quality of Support
    Average: 8.2
    8.3
    Ease of Admin
    Average: 8.5
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    Seller
    Oracle
    Year Founded
    1977
    HQ Location
    Austin, TX
    Twitter
    @Oracle
    825,309 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    198,071 employees on LinkedIn®
    Ownership
    NYSE:ORCL
Product Description
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This description is provided by the seller.

Oracle Solaris 11 is a robust, enterprise-grade UNIX operating system engineered to deliver consistent compatibility, simplicity, and security for mission-critical applications. Designed over two deca

Users
  • Software Engineer
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
  • Computer Software
Market Segment
  • 45% Enterprise
  • 33% Mid-Market
Oracle Solaris Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Reliability
6
Powerful Features
5
Stability
5
Security/Safety
4
Speed/Performance
3
Cons
High Cost
5
Compatibility Issues
3
Installation Difficulties
2
Lack of Support
2
Apple Limitations
1
Oracle Solaris features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
7.9
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.5
8.1
Ease of Use
Average: 8.5
8.2
Quality of Support
Average: 8.2
8.3
Ease of Admin
Average: 8.5
Seller Details
Seller
Oracle
Year Founded
1977
HQ Location
Austin, TX
Twitter
@Oracle
825,309 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
198,071 employees on LinkedIn®
Ownership
NYSE:ORCL
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    Debian is a free and open-source operating system developed collaboratively by a global community of volunteers. Established in 1993, it has become one of the most popular and influential Linux distri

    Users
    • Software Engineer
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    • Computer Software
    Market Segment
    • 46% Small-Business
    • 31% Mid-Market
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  • Debian Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Ease of Use
    20
    Reliability
    16
    Stability
    16
    Open Source
    11
    Security
    9
    Cons
    Outdated Technology
    9
    Lack of Features
    8
    Difficult Setup
    7
    Driver Issues
    5
    Outdated Interface
    4
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    8.9
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.5
    8.5
    Ease of Use
    Average: 8.5
    8.4
    Quality of Support
    Average: 8.2
    8.9
    Ease of Admin
    Average: 8.5
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    Year Founded
    1993
    HQ Location
    Indiana, United States
    Twitter
    @debian
    278,561 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    488 employees on LinkedIn®
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

Debian is a free and open-source operating system developed collaboratively by a global community of volunteers. Established in 1993, it has become one of the most popular and influential Linux distri

Users
  • Software Engineer
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
  • Computer Software
Market Segment
  • 46% Small-Business
  • 31% Mid-Market
Debian Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Ease of Use
20
Reliability
16
Stability
16
Open Source
11
Security
9
Cons
Outdated Technology
9
Lack of Features
8
Difficult Setup
7
Driver Issues
5
Outdated Interface
4
Debian features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.9
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.5
8.5
Ease of Use
Average: 8.5
8.4
Quality of Support
Average: 8.2
8.9
Ease of Admin
Average: 8.5
Seller Details
Year Founded
1993
HQ Location
Indiana, United States
Twitter
@debian
278,561 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
488 employees on LinkedIn®
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    A highly performant and secure operating environment, Oracle Linux delivers virtualization, management, automation, and cloud native computing tools, along with the operating system, in a single, easy

    Users
    • DevOps Engineer
    • Senior Software Engineer
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    • Computer Software
    Market Segment
    • 47% Enterprise
    • 31% Mid-Market
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  • Oracle Linux Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Stability
    14
    RHEL Compatibility
    13
    Regular Updates
    9
    Compatibility
    8
    Reliability
    8
    Cons
    Lack of Support
    15
    High Cost
    8
    Limited Software
    8
    Poor UI/UX
    4
    Slow Updates
    4
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    8.5
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.5
    8.5
    Ease of Use
    Average: 8.5
    8.3
    Quality of Support
    Average: 8.2
    8.5
    Ease of Admin
    Average: 8.5
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    Seller
    Oracle
    Year Founded
    1977
    HQ Location
    Austin, TX
    Twitter
    @Oracle
    825,309 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    198,071 employees on LinkedIn®
    Ownership
    NYSE:ORCL
Product Description
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A highly performant and secure operating environment, Oracle Linux delivers virtualization, management, automation, and cloud native computing tools, along with the operating system, in a single, easy

Users
  • DevOps Engineer
  • Senior Software Engineer
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
  • Computer Software
Market Segment
  • 47% Enterprise
  • 31% Mid-Market
Oracle Linux Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Stability
14
RHEL Compatibility
13
Regular Updates
9
Compatibility
8
Reliability
8
Cons
Lack of Support
15
High Cost
8
Limited Software
8
Poor UI/UX
4
Slow Updates
4
Oracle Linux features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.5
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.5
8.5
Ease of Use
Average: 8.5
8.3
Quality of Support
Average: 8.2
8.5
Ease of Admin
Average: 8.5
Seller Details
Seller
Oracle
Year Founded
1977
HQ Location
Austin, TX
Twitter
@Oracle
825,309 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
198,071 employees on LinkedIn®
Ownership
NYSE:ORCL
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    Windows 8 is an operating system developed by Microsoft, released in October 2012, designed to provide a modern and dynamic user experience across various devices, including desktops, laptops, and tab

    Users
    • Software Engineer
    • Senior Software Engineer
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    • Computer Software
    Market Segment
    • 44% Small-Business
    • 28% Mid-Market
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  • Windows 8 Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Speed/Performance
    20
    Ease of Use
    15
    User-Friendly
    13
    Touch Compatibility
    11
    User Interface
    9
    Cons
    Unfriendly Interface
    14
    Menu Issues
    11
    Usage Difficulty
    11
    Poor UI/UX
    7
    Compatibility Issues
    6
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    7.3
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.5
    7.6
    Ease of Use
    Average: 8.5
    7.6
    Quality of Support
    Average: 8.2
    7.6
    Ease of Admin
    Average: 8.5
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    Seller
    Microsoft
    Year Founded
    1975
    HQ Location
    Redmond, Washington
    Twitter
    @microsoft
    13,088,873 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    226,132 employees on LinkedIn®
    Ownership
    MSFT
Product Description
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Windows 8 is an operating system developed by Microsoft, released in October 2012, designed to provide a modern and dynamic user experience across various devices, including desktops, laptops, and tab

Users
  • Software Engineer
  • Senior Software Engineer
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
  • Computer Software
Market Segment
  • 44% Small-Business
  • 28% Mid-Market
Windows 8 Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Speed/Performance
20
Ease of Use
15
User-Friendly
13
Touch Compatibility
11
User Interface
9
Cons
Unfriendly Interface
14
Menu Issues
11
Usage Difficulty
11
Poor UI/UX
7
Compatibility Issues
6
Windows 8 features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
7.3
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.5
7.6
Ease of Use
Average: 8.5
7.6
Quality of Support
Average: 8.2
7.6
Ease of Admin
Average: 8.5
Seller Details
Seller
Microsoft
Year Founded
1975
HQ Location
Redmond, Washington
Twitter
@microsoft
13,088,873 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
226,132 employees on LinkedIn®
Ownership
MSFT
(952)4.6 out of 5
9th Easiest To Use in Operating System software
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    Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) is a enterprise operating system designed to provide a secure, stable, and high-performance environment for modern IT infrastructures. It supports a wide range of appli

    Users
    • Software Engineer
    • System Engineer
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    • Computer Software
    Market Segment
    • 50% Enterprise
    • 28% Mid-Market
  • Pros and Cons
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    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Stability
    58
    Security
    57
    Reliability
    52
    Customer Support
    48
    Ease of Use
    43
    Cons
    High Cost
    33
    Expensive
    21
    Subscription Issues
    15
    Usage Difficulty
    15
    Outdated Software
    14
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    8.9
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.5
    8.4
    Ease of Use
    Average: 8.5
    8.8
    Quality of Support
    Average: 8.2
    8.5
    Ease of Admin
    Average: 8.5
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    Seller
    Red Hat
    Year Founded
    1993
    HQ Location
    Raleigh, NC
    Twitter
    @RedHat
    298,889 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    19,305 employees on LinkedIn®
Product Description
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Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) is a enterprise operating system designed to provide a secure, stable, and high-performance environment for modern IT infrastructures. It supports a wide range of appli

Users
  • Software Engineer
  • System Engineer
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
  • Computer Software
Market Segment
  • 50% Enterprise
  • 28% Mid-Market
Red Hat Enterprise Linux Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Stability
58
Security
57
Reliability
52
Customer Support
48
Ease of Use
43
Cons
High Cost
33
Expensive
21
Subscription Issues
15
Usage Difficulty
15
Outdated Software
14
Red Hat Enterprise Linux features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.9
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.5
8.4
Ease of Use
Average: 8.5
8.8
Quality of Support
Average: 8.2
8.5
Ease of Admin
Average: 8.5
Seller Details
Seller
Red Hat
Year Founded
1993
HQ Location
Raleigh, NC
Twitter
@RedHat
298,889 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
19,305 employees on LinkedIn®