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At a Glance
CentOS
CentOS
Star Rating
(407)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (38.3% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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macOS Sierra
macOS Sierra
Star Rating
(401)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (53.2% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about macOS Sierra
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that macOS Sierra excels in overall user satisfaction, reflected in its higher G2 Score compared to CentOS. Users appreciate the seamless integration of features like iCloud and Continuity, which enhance daily productivity and organization.
  • According to verified reviews, CentOS is praised for its rock-solid stability and robust package management system. Users highlight its ability to handle various build tools effectively, making it a reliable choice for developers and system administrators.
  • Users say that macOS Sierra offers a more intuitive and user-friendly experience, with a notable ease of use that simplifies daily tasks. Reviewers mention that it "works perfectly" for their needs, particularly in digital media and marketing environments.
  • Reviewers mention that while CentOS is highly customizable and a great entry point into the Linux world, it may require more technical knowledge to fully leverage its capabilities. This can be a barrier for users seeking a straightforward setup.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that macOS Sierra's support quality is superior, with users noting a more responsive and helpful support experience. This can be crucial for small businesses that rely on timely assistance for their operations.
  • According to recent user feedback, CentOS shines in environments where stability and customization are paramount, but it may not meet the needs of users looking for a polished, out-of-the-box experience like that offered by macOS Sierra.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
CentOS
No pricing available
macOS Sierra
No pricing available
Free Trial
CentOS
No trial information available
macOS Sierra
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.1
327
9.1
285
Ease of Use
8.5
328
9.4
291
Ease of Setup
8.5
205
9.1
107
Ease of Admin
8.5
197
8.7
70
Quality of Support
8.1
272
8.9
264
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
154
8.8
68
Product Direction (% positive)
8.3
308
8.9
269
Features by Category
8.4
13
9.0
31
Memory Management - Operating System
8.7
13
9.3
29
Device Management - Operating System
8.3
12
9.0
29
Backup and Recovery - Operating System
8.2
12
9.0
28
Error Detection - Operating System
8.5
12
8.5
28
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
CentOS
CentOS
macOS Sierra
macOS Sierra
CentOS and macOS Sierra are categorized as Operating System
Unique Categories
CentOS
CentOS is categorized as AWS Marketplace
macOS Sierra
macOS Sierra has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
CentOS
CentOS
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
31.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
38.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
30.3%
macOS Sierra
macOS Sierra
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
53.2%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
27.1%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
19.6%
Reviewers' Industry
CentOS
CentOS
Information Technology and Services
30.6%
Computer Software
15.5%
Computer & Network Security
6.0%
Telecommunications
3.9%
Internet
3.4%
Other
40.7%
macOS Sierra
macOS Sierra
Computer Software
18.6%
Information Technology and Services
18.1%
Higher Education
4.9%
Marketing and Advertising
4.4%
Financial Services
3.4%
Other
50.6%
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CentOS
CentOS Alternatives
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Oracle Linux
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macOS Sierra
macOS Sierra Alternatives
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Red Hat Enterprise Linux
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Oracle Solaris
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Discussions
CentOS
CentOS Discussions
how to improve the customization of repositories?
1 Comment
AM
use a command like this: tcpdump -c 12 -i enp0s3 | grep "string search" You capture the traffic according to the filter set example: http, wget...Read more
How can I acheive client isolation ?
1 Comment
Robert R.
RR
When I was learning about client isolation I found this web article very helpful. I hope it will help you. ...Read more
Bolehkah ini digunakan untuk acara pembelajaran?
1 Comment
David W.
DW
Yes. You can run Moodle, or other learning management system (LMS) products on CentOS Linux, or event management software. There is a rich set of open source...Read more
macOS Sierra
macOS Sierra Discussions
Is the beta version of MacOS Catalina safe?
4 Comments
What are you guys using Mac primarily for?
1 Comment
VM
Is Mac OS Sierra any good?
1 Comment