# Ubuntu, ISL Online, Windows 7 vs Windows 8 Comparison

| | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.5 out of 5 | 4.6 out of 5 | 4.2 out of 5 | 3.7 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 2,389 | 593 | 894 | 576 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Small-Business (47.3% of reviews) | Small-Business (51.5% of reviews) | Small-Business (34.8% of reviews) | Small-Business (45.7% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | No pricing available | $16.90 | No pricing available | No pricing available | 

---
## Top Pros & Cons

### Ubuntu

Pros:
- Ease of Use (334 reviews)
- Linux/Ubuntu OS (298 reviews)

Cons:
- Compatibility Issues (140 reviews)
- Limited Software (102 reviews)

### ISL Online

Pros:
- Ease of Use (52 reviews)
- Customer Support (26 reviews)

Cons:
- Remote Access Issues (15 reviews)
- Connection Issues (9 reviews)

### Windows 7

Pros:
- User-Friendly (17 reviews)
- Ease of Use (14 reviews)

Cons:
- Outdated Technology (13 reviews)
- Security Issues (11 reviews)

### Windows 8

Pros:
- Speed/Performance (18 reviews)
- Ease of Use (13 reviews)

Cons:
- Unfriendly Interface (14 reviews)
- Usage Difficulty (11 reviews)

---
## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 9.0 (1881 reviews) | 8.9 (484 reviews) | 8.9 (711 reviews) | 7.8 (429 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 8.7 (1898 reviews) | 9.3 (517 reviews) | 9.1 (724 reviews) | 7.6 (439 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 9.0 (911 reviews) | 9.1 (456 reviews) | 9.1 (270 reviews) | 8.2 (176 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 8.7 (649 reviews) | 9.0 (395 reviews) | 8.9 (215 reviews) | 7.6 (114 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 8.3 (1725 reviews) | 9.1 (448 reviews) | 7.9 (648 reviews) | 7.6 (391 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 8.7 (568 reviews) | 9.1 (378 reviews) | 8.7 (198 reviews) | 7.3 (98 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 9.1 (1779 reviews) | 9.3 (482 reviews) | 7.0 (676 reviews) | 6.0 (419 reviews) | 

---
## Pricing

### Ubuntu

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

Yes

### ISL Online

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Starter

Price: $16.90

Key Features:
- 1 Licensed User
- 10 Managed Devices
- Mobile Device Support

[Browse all 5 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/isl-online/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

### Windows 7

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

### Windows 8

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

---
## Features Comparison By Category

### Cloud Management Platforms

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Ubuntu** | 8.6/10 | 45 |
| **ISL Online** | N/A | N/A |
| **Windows 7** | N/A | N/A |
| **Windows 8** | N/A | N/A |

#### Functionality

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Cloud Consolidation** | 8.9 (38 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cloud Orchestration** | 8.8 (40 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cloud Optimization** | 8.7 (39 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Management

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Cloud Cost Analytics** | 8.8 (39 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cloud Security** | 8.9 (38 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cloud Resource Management** | 8.7 (36 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cloud Backup and Recovery** | 8.7 (39 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Cloud Management Platforms

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Autonomous Task Execution** | 8.1 (24 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cross-system Integration** | 8.2 (24 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Decision Making** | 8.3 (24 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Remote Support

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Ubuntu** | N/A | N/A |
| **ISL Online** | 8.2/10 | 389 |
| **Windows 7** | N/A | N/A |
| **Windows 8** | N/A | N/A |

#### Administration

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Screen Sharing** | Not enough data | 9.1 (355 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **File Sharing** | Not enough data | 8.6 (342 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Session Recording** | Not enough data | 8.3 (314 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Unattended Remote Access** | Not enough data | 8.8 (348 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi - Session Handling** | Not enough data | 8.7 (321 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-Monitor Support** | Not enough data | 8.7 (330 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Maintenance

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Remote Reboot** | Not enough data | 8.8 (328 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Remote Printing** | Not enough data | 7.8 (287 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Communication 

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Text Chat** | Not enough data | 7.8 (315 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **VoIP** | Not enough data | 6.9 (274 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video Conference Call** | Not enough data | 7.0 (270 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Screen Annotations** | Not enough data | 7.8 (290 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Security

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Data Encryption** | Not enough data | 8.3 (296 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Compliance** | Not enough data | 8.4 (294 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Device Support

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Mobile Device Access** | Not enough data | 7.8 (303 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-Platform Support** | Not enough data | 8.4 (316 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cross-Platform** | Not enough data | 8.4 (312 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Performance

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Reporting** | Not enough data | 8.0 (292 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Server Virtualization

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Ubuntu** | 8.8/10 | 93 |
| **ISL Online** | N/A | N/A |
| **Windows 7** | N/A | N/A |
| **Windows 8** | N/A | N/A |

#### Performance

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Scalability** | 9.4 (75 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Portability** | 9.4 (71 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Recovery** | 8.7 (70 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Functionality

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **OS Integration** | 9.3 (71 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Resource Saving** | 9.1 (73 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Performance Management** | 9.2 (69 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Security** | 9.5 (71 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Server Virtualization

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Autonomous Task Execution** | 8.1 (42 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-step Planning** | 8.4 (42 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cross-system Integration** | 8.5 (43 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Adaptive Learning** | 8.3 (42 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Proactive Assistance** | 8.3 (41 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Decision Making** | 8.5 (42 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Container Engine

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Ubuntu** | 9.0/10 | 59 |
| **ISL Online** | N/A | N/A |
| **Windows 7** | N/A | N/A |
| **Windows 8** | N/A | N/A |

#### Application Support

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Deployment** | 9.2 (48 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Interface support** | 8.8 (40 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Processor support** | 9.3 (36 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Application Support** | 9.1 (46 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### System Capability

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Self Healing High Availability** | 8.7 (33 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Orchestration** | 9.0 (40 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Scalability** | 9.2 (38 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Security

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Automatic Security Updates** | 9.1 (41 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Security updates** | 9.0 (41 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Operating System

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Ubuntu** | 8.8/10 | 279 |
| **ISL Online** | N/A | N/A |
| **Windows 7** | 8.5/10 | 55 |
| **Windows 8** | 8.2/10 | 55 |

#### Memory Management - Operating System

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **RAM management** | 9.1 (200 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.5 (44 reviews) | 8.4 (42 reviews) | 

#### Device Management - Operating System

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **I/O management** | 8.7 (219 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.8 (43 reviews) | 8.1 (35 reviews) | 

#### Backup and Recovery - Operating System

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Data backup** | 8.6 (173 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.7 (37 reviews) | 8.5 (35 reviews) | 

#### Error Detection - Operating System

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **System operations monitoring** | 8.8 (188 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.0 (40 reviews) | 7.6 (34 reviews) | 

### IoT Operating Systems

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Ubuntu** | 8.9/10 | 41 |
| **ISL Online** | N/A | N/A |
| **Windows 7** | N/A | N/A |
| **Windows 8** | N/A | N/A |

#### Security

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Access Controls** | 8.8 (34 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Network Security** | 9.3 (35 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Compliance** | 8.9 (32 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cryptography** | 8.5 (31 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Security Compliance

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Ubuntu** | 8.4/10 | 49 |
| **ISL Online** | N/A | N/A |
| **Windows 7** | N/A | N/A |
| **Windows 8** | N/A | N/A |

#### Generative AI - Security Compliance

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Predictive Risk** | 8.3 (35 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Automated Documentation** | 8.4 (33 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Remote Desktop

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Ubuntu** | N/A | N/A |
| **ISL Online** | 8.4/10 | 295 |
| **Windows 7** | N/A | N/A |
| **Windows 8** | N/A | N/A |

#### Administration

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Usage Information** | Not enough data | 8.8 (249 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Integrations** | Not enough data | 8.3 (231 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Diagnostics** | Not enough data | 8.2 (233 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Session Recording** | Not enough data | 8.3 (231 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Session Transfer** | Not enough data | 8.6 (233 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Unattended Access** | Not enough data | 8.7 (264 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **File Sharing** | Not enough data | 8.7 (255 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Platform

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Cross-Platform Access** | Not enough data | 8.5 (249 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile Device Access** | Not enough data | 7.9 (242 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Applications Management** | Not enough data | 8.2 (228 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Remote Device Control** | Not enough data | 9.1 (263 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Security

| Feature | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Remote Wipe** | Not enough data | 7.7 (200 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Device Management** | Not enough data | 8.2 (221 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Device Enrollment** | Not enough data | 8.2 (216 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

---
## Categories

**Unique to Ubuntu (6):** [Security Compliance Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/security-compliance), [Cloud Management Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/cloud-management-platforms), [IoT Operating Systems](https://www.g2.com/categories/iot-operating-systems), [Operating Systems](https://www.g2.com/categories/operating-system), [Server Virtualization Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/server-virtualization), [Container Engine Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/container-engine)

**Unique to ISL Online (2):** [Remote Support Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/remote-support), [Remote Desktop Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/remote-desktop)

**Unique to Windows 7 (1):** [Operating Systems](https://www.g2.com/categories/operating-system)

**Unique to Windows 8 (1):** [Operating Systems](https://www.g2.com/categories/operating-system)


---
## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | Ubuntu | ISL Online | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 47.3% | 51.5% | 34.8% | 45.7% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 33.1% | 25.1% | 33.1% | 28.3% | 
| **Enterprise** | 19.6% | 23.3% | 32.1% | 26.0% | 

### By Industry

#### Ubuntu

- **Information Technology and Services:** 26.3%
- **Computer Software:** 25.1%
- **Computer & Network Security:** 5.2%
- **Higher Education:** 3.5%
- **Internet:** 2.9%
- **Telecommunications:** 2.5%
- **Financial Services:** 2.1%
- **Program Development:** 1.8%
- **Education Management:** 1.8%
- **Research:** 1.5%
- **Other:** 27.3%

#### ISL Online

- **Information Technology and Services:** 16.7%
- **Computer & Network Security:** 14.7%
- **Consulting:** 10.0%
- **Computer Software:** 8.3%
- **Computer Networking:** 3.4%
- **Accounting:** 3.3%
- **Computer Hardware:** 2.4%
- **Automotive:** 2.0%
- **Government Administration:** 1.6%
- **Higher Education:** 1.6%
- **Other:** 36.1%

#### Windows 7

- **Information Technology and Services:** 16.8%
- **Computer Software:** 10.3%
- **Higher Education:** 5.0%
- **Education Management:** 4.2%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 2.8%
- **Telecommunications:** 2.5%
- **Computer & Network Security:** 2.3%
- **Accounting:** 2.1%
- **Banking:** 2.0%
- **Financial Services:** 1.9%
- **Other:** 50.1%

#### Windows 8

- **Information Technology and Services:** 20.0%
- **Computer Software:** 13.7%
- **Education Management:** 4.6%
- **Higher Education:** 4.1%
- **Computer & Network Security:** 3.5%
- **Telecommunications:** 3.0%
- **Accounting:** 2.6%
- **Banking:** 2.4%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 2.4%
- **Financial Services:** 2.2%
- **Other:** 41.4%

---
## Alternatives

### Alternatives to Ubuntu

- [Red Hat Enterprise Linux](https://www.g2.com/products/red-hat-enterprise-linux/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (975 reviews)
- [Windows 11](https://www.g2.com/products/windows-11/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (4278 reviews)
- [Apple iOS](https://www.g2.com/products/apple-ios/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1563 reviews)
- [Android](https://www.g2.com/products/android/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1272 reviews)
- [macOS Sierra](https://www.g2.com/products/apple-macos-sierra/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (483 reviews)
- [CentOS](https://www.g2.com/products/centos/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (426 reviews)
- [Oracle Linux](https://www.g2.com/products/oracle-linux/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (346 reviews)
- [Chrome OS](https://www.g2.com/products/chrome-os/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (716 reviews)
- [Apple OS X El Capitan](https://www.g2.com/products/apple-os-x-el-capitan/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (262 reviews)
- [Debian](https://www.g2.com/products/debian/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (219 reviews)

### Alternatives to ISL Online

- [TeamViewer](https://www.g2.com/products/teamviewer/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (3958 reviews)
- [AnyDesk](https://www.g2.com/products/anydesk/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1091 reviews)
- [Splashtop Remote Access](https://www.g2.com/products/splashtop-remote-access/reviews) — 4.8/5 stars (508 reviews)
- [ScreenConnect](https://www.g2.com/products/screenconnect/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (501 reviews)
- [RealVNC](https://www.g2.com/products/realvnc/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (438 reviews)
- [BeyondTrust Remote Support](https://www.g2.com/products/beyondtrust-remote-support/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (384 reviews)
- [Zoho Assist](https://www.g2.com/products/zoho-assist/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (694 reviews)
- [RemotePC](https://www.g2.com/products/remotepc/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (640 reviews)
- [LogMeIn Rescue](https://www.g2.com/products/logmein-rescue/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (206 reviews)
- [LogMeIn Resolve](https://www.g2.com/products/logmein-resolve/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (467 reviews)

### Alternatives to Windows 7

- [Apple iOS](https://www.g2.com/products/apple-ios/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1563 reviews)
- [Android](https://www.g2.com/products/android/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1272 reviews)
- [Red Hat Enterprise Linux](https://www.g2.com/products/red-hat-enterprise-linux/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (975 reviews)
- [macOS Sierra](https://www.g2.com/products/apple-macos-sierra/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (483 reviews)
- [CentOS](https://www.g2.com/products/centos/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (426 reviews)
- [Oracle Linux](https://www.g2.com/products/oracle-linux/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (346 reviews)
- [Apple OS X El Capitan](https://www.g2.com/products/apple-os-x-el-capitan/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (262 reviews)
- [Apple OS X Mountain Lion](https://www.g2.com/products/apple-os-x-mountain-lion/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (220 reviews)
- [Fedora](https://www.g2.com/products/fedora/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (211 reviews)
- [Debian](https://www.g2.com/products/debian/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (219 reviews)

### Alternatives to Windows 8

- [Android](https://www.g2.com/products/android/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1272 reviews)
- [Oracle Linux](https://www.g2.com/products/oracle-linux/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (346 reviews)
- [Apple iOS](https://www.g2.com/products/apple-ios/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1563 reviews)
- [Apple OS X Mountain Lion](https://www.g2.com/products/apple-os-x-mountain-lion/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (220 reviews)
- [CentOS](https://www.g2.com/products/centos/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (426 reviews)
- [Red Hat Enterprise Linux](https://www.g2.com/products/red-hat-enterprise-linux/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (975 reviews)
- [Lubuntu](https://www.g2.com/products/lubuntu/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (82 reviews)
- [Apple OS X El Capitan](https://www.g2.com/products/apple-os-x-el-capitan/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (262 reviews)
- [Fedora](https://www.g2.com/products/fedora/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (211 reviews)
- [macOS Sierra](https://www.g2.com/products/apple-macos-sierra/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (483 reviews)

---
## Top Discussions

### Ubuntu

- Title: [I'm having trouble installing applications on Ubuntu. What are the best practices for a beginner?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/i-m-having-trouble-installing-applications-on-ubuntu-what-are-the-best-practices-for-a-beginner) — 7 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Please let me know the error, I can help you in installing application on Ubuntu."
- Title: [Is Ubuntu really good OS comoared to other Linux distros?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-ubuntu-really-good-os-comoared-to-other-linux-distros) — 7 comments, 2 upvotes
  > **Top comment:** "Hi Avinash,

The packaging system of Ubuntu is inherited from Debian and is very well structured and maintained, making it relatively seldom necessary to..."
- Title: [What is Ubuntu used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-ubuntu-used-for) — 6 comments, 2 upvotes
  > **Top comment:** "operating system"
- Title: [What is Ubuntu Desktop used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-ubuntu-desktop-used-for) — 6 comments, 2 upvotes
  > **Top comment:** "Thanks you
"
- Title: [What is special about Ubuntu?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-special-about-ubuntu) — 5 comments, 5 upvotes
  > **Top comment:** "is one of the stable linux."

### ISL Online

- Title: [How do you use file sharing in a normal support session?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/27017-how-do-you-use-file-sharing-in-a-normal-support-session) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "on the top of the screen you have the option sharing file , as you click send file it will send the file while displaying the transfer and by default will..."
- Title: [Can I access unattended computers?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/can-i-access-unattended-computers) — 2 comments, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Yes, you can. ISL Online license includes remote support and remote access software. You can either connect with your client by giving them a session code or..."
- Title: [Is ISL Light secure?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-isl-light-secure) — 2 comments, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "At ISL Online we’re obsessed with keeping your data safe and secure. Our information security management systems are based on the globally recognized ISO/IEC..."
- Title: [How many remote users can I support with one license?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-many-remote-users-can-i-support-with-one-license) — 2 comments, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "With one license you can support an unlimited number of users, connect to an unlimited number of remote computers, install ISL Light on an unlimited number..."
- Title: [How does your pricing work?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-does-your-pricing-work) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "We offer a unique licensing model, which doesn’t limit the number of users, installations or clients you support. Each ISL Online license includes mobile..."

### Windows 7

- Title: [What is Windows 7 used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-windows-7-used-for) — 3 comments, 2 upvotes
  > **Top comment:** "its use for Personal and office Desktop "
- Title: [how to find computer specs windows 7](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-to-find-computer-specs-windows-7) — 3 comments
  > **Top comment:** "Hey Clara, there's a few ways you can do this on Windows 7! The fastest way you can find your computer specs is by pressing Windows+R (the "run" command),..."
- Title: [Do you think Microsoft will extend support for Windows 7 after January 14, 2020?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/do-you-think-microsoft-will-extend-support-for-windows-7-after-january-14-2020) — 3 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Hey, good question! It's difficult to say where Microsoft will draw a hard line on when they stop supporting Windows 7. Per their product lifecycle page..."
- Title: [Support for Windows 7](https://www.g2.com/discussions/12026-support-for-windows-7) — 3 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "In my opinion, I believe it will not affect the market even though many users use this operating system. The current technical support is quite..."
- Title: [I am using dell vostro 1550 laptop with windows 7 home basic version. can I upgrade my system to windows 10 version?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/windows-7-i-am-using-dell-vostro-1550-laptop-with-windows-7-home-basic-version-can-i-upgrade-my-system-to-wind) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Yes, you can use Windows 10."

### Windows 8

- Title: [Is Windows 8 a good operating system?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-windows-8-a-good-operating-system) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Yes"
- Title: [Many are curious about the advantages of Windows 8 compared to the previous Windows, namely Windows 7. Here is more information about the advantages of Windows 8 compared to Windows 7 that has been summarized.](https://www.g2.com/discussions/tak-sedikit-yang-penasaran-dengan-kelebihan-windows-8-jika-dibandingkan-dengan-windows-sebelumnya-yakni-windows-7-berikut-ini-lebih-lanjut-informasi-mengenai-kelebihan-windows-8-dibanding-windows-7-yang-telah-dirangkum) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Because Windows 8 is the best."
- Title: [Windows 8 recommended software](https://www.g2.com/discussions/windows-8-recommended-software) — 2 comments, 2 upvotes
  > **Top comment:** "I recommend it 100%"
- Title: [What is Windows 8 used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-windows-8-used-for) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Windows 8 is an operating systems used on computers. we can use this for office use  / personal use. Depend on our requirement we can select the versions of..."
- Title: [What is Windows 8.1 and its features?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-windows-8-1-and-its-features) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Best windows i using all time for working
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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/ubuntu-vs-isl-online-vs-windows-7-vs-windows-8)