Ubuntu as Server

[Al Gordon]

On 12/6/05, mi cuenta <perlero at gmail.com> wrote:
> hello:
>
> We all know that ubuntu is  focused on  the desktop
>
> my question is
>
> Is it safe to use it as a critical production server on plugged to the net ?
> is it safe to use  packages from universe ?
>
> I know that the only safe computer is the one that is unplugged and stored
> on a safe box
>
>
> I don't intent to start a holly war or be a troll
>
> those are just doubts
>
> Thank You
>
> leonel

I actually like Ubuntu as a server because of some of the fact that it
has a known release cycle, and since it's free, I can afford to
upgrade every time a new version is released.  The apt system makes
doing this simple and manageable, even with a large number of systems.

In previous threads discussing this topic, I've heard a number of
people saying "I like debian as a server because of its long release
cycle.  Updating a server every 2-3 years or so works for me."

In my case, I like to know when the updates are going to happen rather
than using the phrase "or so" when scheduling an upgrade.  I also much
prefer to do small and simple updates every six months than
potentially more complex ones every 2-3 years "or so".

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