G2

Neil M.

Software Engineer

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

9/26/2019

"Manage your entire Linux system configuration using a single language"

4.5/5

What do you like best about NixOS?

• One language and syntax to configure every aspect of the system

• Dependable and accurate control of system states

• Ability to back out upgrades, even if the system is unbootable

• Create isolated, disposable environments for trying new packages

• Create software build environments with just the dependencies you need

• No worrying whether installing some dependency or tool is going to mess up your system Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about NixOS?

• Closed-source binaries are harder to install and keep working

• Not everything works all the time Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering NixOS:

Take some time to understand the paradigm since it's significantly different from other Linux distros.

You can also kick the tyres a bit by using Nix on top of a regular Linux distro, but keep in mind that using Nix to manage the OS itself is a huge step up from just managing packages. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is NixOS solving and how is that benefiting you?

• Fearless system upgrades!

• No accretion of junk over time

• A sane software development environment that uses a single paradigm for all languages Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.