Compare Ubuntu 14 (Ubuntu 14.04 LTS) and Ubuntu 20 (Ubuntu 20.04 LTS)

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At a Glance
Star Rating
Ubuntu 14 (Ubuntu 14.04 LTS)
Ubuntu 14 (Ubuntu 14.04 LTS)
Ubuntu 20 (Ubuntu 20.04 LTS)
Ubuntu 20 (Ubuntu 20.04 LTS)
Market Segments
Ubuntu 14 (Ubuntu 14.04 LTS)
Ubuntu 14 (Ubuntu 14.04 LTS)
Enterprise (55.6% of reviews)
Information
Ubuntu 20 (Ubuntu 20.04 LTS)
Ubuntu 20 (Ubuntu 20.04 LTS)
Small-Business (53.8% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
Ubuntu 14 (Ubuntu 14.04 LTS)
Ubuntu 14 (Ubuntu 14.04 LTS)
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Ubuntu 20 (Ubuntu 20.04 LTS)
Ubuntu 20 (Ubuntu 20.04 LTS)
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Ubuntu 14 (Ubuntu 14.04 LTS) vs Ubuntu 20 (Ubuntu 20.04 LTS)

  • Users report that Ubuntu 20.04 LTS has a significantly improved user interface compared to Ubuntu 14.04 LTS, making navigation more intuitive and visually appealing.
  • Reviewers mention that the ease of setup for Ubuntu 20.04 LTS is rated at 9.3, while Ubuntu 14.04 LTS lacks detailed setup guidance, leading to a lower user satisfaction in this area.
  • G2 users highlight that Ubuntu 20.04 LTS offers better support for modern hardware, which is a common complaint among users of Ubuntu 14.04 LTS, particularly regarding compatibility with newer graphics cards and peripherals.
  • Users on G2 report that the quality of support for Ubuntu 20.04 LTS is rated at 9.0, with many reviewers praising the responsiveness and helpfulness of the community and official support channels, in contrast to the 7.7 rating for Ubuntu 14.04 LTS.
  • Reviewers say that Ubuntu 20.04 LTS has a more robust package management system, with improved Snap support, which users of Ubuntu 14.04 LTS found lacking and cumbersome.
  • Users report that the product direction for Ubuntu 20.04 LTS is viewed positively at 9.3, with many feeling confident in the future updates and features, while Ubuntu 14.04 LTS has a stagnant perception due to its older release cycle.

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Ubuntu 14 (Ubuntu 14.04 LTS)
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Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.0
5
9.4
33
Ease of Use
8.0
5
9.2
33
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
9.3
10
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
8.5
9
Quality of Support
7.7
5
9.0
30
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
9.7
6
Product Direction (% positive)
10.0
5
9.3
32
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Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Ubuntu 14 (Ubuntu 14.04 LTS)
Ubuntu 14 (Ubuntu 14.04 LTS)
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
11.1%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
33.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
55.6%
Ubuntu 20 (Ubuntu 20.04 LTS)
Ubuntu 20 (Ubuntu 20.04 LTS)
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
53.8%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
25.6%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
20.5%
Reviewers' Industry
Ubuntu 14 (Ubuntu 14.04 LTS)
Ubuntu 14 (Ubuntu 14.04 LTS)
Information Technology and Services
33.3%
Computer & Network Security
22.2%
Telecommunications
11.1%
Primary/Secondary Education
11.1%
Computer Software
11.1%
Other
11.1%
Ubuntu 20 (Ubuntu 20.04 LTS)
Ubuntu 20 (Ubuntu 20.04 LTS)
Information Technology and Services
38.5%
Computer Software
17.9%
Computer & Network Security
7.7%
Primary/Secondary Education
5.1%
Wireless
2.6%
Other
28.2%
Most Helpful Reviews
Ubuntu 14 (Ubuntu 14.04 LTS)
Ubuntu 14 (Ubuntu 14.04 LTS)
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Information Technology and Services

free OS for personal and enterprise solutions works in a Range of Devices

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Primary/Secondary Education

Ubuntu 14.04 LTS GUI looks unmatured. It needs to be improved.

Ubuntu 20 (Ubuntu 20.04 LTS)
Ubuntu 20 (Ubuntu 20.04 LTS)
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Sagar P.
SP
Sagar P.
Verified User in Computer & Network Security

Ubuntu is the opensource OS. Best thing is anyone can easily do customisation and personalition accordingly. This operating system is very popular among developers and is very resource friendly.

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Computer & Network Security

Not able to solve any bug like Nautilus stop sftp networking.

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