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Return on Investment

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Users consistently praise the seamless integration with AWS services, highlighting how it simplifies deployment and management of applications. The user-friendly setup and long-term support contribute to a stable environment for production workloads. However, some users note a limited package repository, which can restrict access to certain software.

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Hacker D.
HD
I'm manager
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Amazon linux"
What do you like best about Amazon Linux 2?

Amazon linux means it is one kind of operating system develop by Amazon Web services.it has unique and advanced features which will help alot for the users to satisfy the customer needs.it is mainly used to run application on the AWS cloud.it is user-friendly , it has excellent features like long term support,high security,optimization for AWS,it is free to use on AWS,easy package management.Amazon linux 2 makes cloud faster and easier to use.this os is designed for to be reliable,so that applications run easier and smooth.this is important for websites and apps.there is no cost for the operating system Like it has some limited condition Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Amazon Linux 2?

It has some additional limits license cost on Aws strong excellent performance in cloud computing easy integration with Ai tools trusted wl with Amazon itself Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Rahul P.
RP
Devops lead
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"A Stable and AWS-Optimized OS for Production Workloads"
What do you like best about Amazon Linux 2?

Stability and optimized for AWS infrastructure. As all our infra is in aws, it works seamlessly with AWS services, which makes deployment and day-to-day operations smooth. The long-term support and regular security updates give confidence when running production workloads. It’s also lightweight, performs well, and has good package management with yum, making it easy to maintain and keep systems up to date across our infrastructure. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Amazon Linux 2?

One downside of Amazon Linux 2 is that it can sometimes lag behind other distributions when it comes to newer packages or software versions Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Dave S.
DS
"User-Friendly with Excellent Security Features"
What do you like best about Amazon Linux 2?

I found Amazon Linux 2 to be very easy to discover and incredibly user-friendly, which made the initial transition effortless. The setup process impressed me with its straightforwardness, allowing me to get started without any significant hurdles. One of the standout features for me is its ease of use, which ensures that I can efficiently carry out my tasks without unnecessary complexity. Additionally, I appreciate the strong security it offers, which gives me confidence in the system's reliability and integrity. Overall, everything about Amazon Linux 2 meets my needs, from its usability to its robust functionality, and it fits seamlessly into our information technology hardware systems. It works perfectly as is, with no changes necessary, which speaks volumes about its completeness and efficiency. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Amazon Linux 2?

Price Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sivasankaran P.
SP
Senior Software Engineer
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Best OS for AWS cloud EC2 instance"
What do you like best about Amazon Linux 2?

What I like best about Amazon Linux 2 is its seamless integration with AWS services, making it an ideal choice for deploying and managing cloud-native applications. It’s optimized for performance on AWS infrastructure, with long-term support and regular security updates, which adds stability for production environments. The inclusion of systemd, updated compiler toolchains, and a wide range of development tools makes it both modern and developer-friendly, while still being lightweight and secure. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Amazon Linux 2?

One downside of Amazon Linux 2 is its limited package availability compared to more mainstream distributions like Ubuntu or CentOS. This can make it harder to install some software without manually building from source or using third-party repositories. Additionally, while it's great for AWS, it's not as well-suited for use outside of that ecosystem, limiting flexibility in hybrid or multi-cloud environments. The slower pace of major updates can also be a drawback for users who want access to the latest features and packages. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

MC
CIO
"User-Friendly and Versatile Linux Solution"
What do you like best about Amazon Linux 2?

I appreciate the overall user-friendliness of Amazon Linux 2, which enhances my experience significantly while using various applications. I find it immensely valuable in handling all my IT-related problems efficiently. The ease of initial setup adds to the convenience, making it very accessible for users without technical difficulties. These aspects contribute to a seamless and effective workflow, making Amazon Linux 2 an essential tool for my applications. Consequently, I am very satisfied with how it supports my work, evident by my willingness to highly recommend it to others. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Amazon Linux 2?

Nothing Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Gene B.
GB
President of the HOA
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Significant Licensing Cost Savings with Amazon Linux 2 Servers"
What do you like best about Amazon Linux 2?

We are switching from Microsoft Windows Servers to Amazon Linux 2 Servers and are achieving significant licensing cost savings. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Amazon Linux 2?

There becomes a strong vendor lock to Amazon Web Services by using their proprietary product. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Lokesh S.
LS
Senior Database Administrator
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Amazon Linux Cloud OS"
What do you like best about Amazon Linux 2?

I like the easy and minimal time to implement this on new infrastructure. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Amazon Linux 2?

Cronscheduler does not seem good with the last version. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sathish J.
SJ
Software Engineer
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Linux based OS never disappointed me"
What do you like best about Amazon Linux 2?

Amazon linux 2 is very easy to integrate with all AWS services and I like the pre-installed cli for any terminal operations. Most of our microservices are hosted on EC2 cloud with AL2 and we use every day 24/7. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Amazon Linux 2?

Nothing as such disliking about amazon linux os Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

NK
Senior Sales Associate
Health, Wellness and Fitness
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Govern servers in the AWS environment"
What do you like best about Amazon Linux 2?

The one I could use for running instances on EC2 is a bang for the buck that amazed me and loved using them in cost-sensitive projects. It is also quite easy to configure and other AWS services to work closely with it, because this service is an AWS member. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Amazon Linux 2?

The package repositories have less number and depth and often take time to get the latest classes for software. But for projects where state-of-art tools are needed it might not be a recommendable solution. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Vishal B.
VB
Trainee Software Engineer
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"To enhance your computing experience with increased performance, security and scalability"
What do you like best about Amazon Linux 2?

Amazon Linux 2 makes it simple to increase or lower the quantity of computing energy and resources your gadget uses. So, if your website abruptly receives loads of site visitors, Amazon Linux 2 can automatically allocate extra assets to handle the accelerated load with out you having to do something manually. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Amazon Linux 2?

Amazon Linux 2 a bit hard as it calls for getting to know new approaches of doing matters in comparison to different Linux systems they is probably acquainted with. This ought to consist of differences in commands, file structures, or bundle control, which may take some time to get used to. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Pricing Insights

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Time to Implement

2 months

Return on Investment

10 months

Average Discount

22%

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