🖥️ Choice of Operating System for Offtube According to User Type
🔍 1️⃣ Operating Systems for Clients
Clients need a stable OS that is compatible with our environment and easy to use. We considered the following options:
| OS | Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 11 Pro ✅ | 🎮 Great compatibility with applications and hardware 📂 Official support 🔄 Frequent updates | 💰 Paid license (~€150 per device) ⚠️ More exposed to viruses |
| Ubuntu 22.04 LTS Desktop 💡 | 💰 Free and open source 🛡️ More secure against viruses 🚀 Lightweight and stable | 📦 Limited compatibility with some programs 🖥️ Less support for non-technical users |
| Windows 10 LTSC 🏆 | ⚡ Optimized version without bloatware 🛠️ Business-compatible 📉 Low resource consumption | 🚀 Less long-term update support 🔄 Specific license for companies |
🔎 Final choice for clients: Windows 11 Pro and Ubuntu 22.04 LTS Desktop
🎯 Justification:
Windows 11 Pro is perfect for users needing compatibility with office and business tools.
Ubuntu 22.04 is a secure and free alternative for more technical users or those who don’t rely on Windows-exclusive software.
🔍 2️⃣ Operating Systems for Servers
Servers need an OS that is stable, secure, and optimized for services like databases, networking, and virtualization. The most viable options are:
| OS | Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|---|
| Debian 12 ✅ | 🏗️ Ultra-stable and robust 🛡️ Lighter than Ubuntu 📆 Long-term support | 🚀 Less frequent updates 📦 More manual configuration |
| Ubuntu Server 22.04 LTS 💡 | 🔒 Security and stability 🌐 Compatible with Docker and other tools 🚀 Excellent performance | 📌 Must be managed via terminal 💽 Slightly heavier than Debian |
| Windows Server 2022 💰 | 🖥️ Integration with Microsoft infrastructures ⚙️ Official support 🔄 Intuitive GUI | 💰 High cost (~€600) 🚀 Higher resource usage |
🔎 Final choice for servers: Debian 12
🎯 Justification:
Debian 12 offers a stable, secure, and lightweight base for server environments.
Ideal for 24/7 systems with minimal maintenance.
Ubuntu Server is easier for beginners, but Debian provides better control and robustness.
Windows Server is not suited due to cost and heavier requirements.
🔍 3️⃣ Operating Systems for Administrators
Administrators need a stable, secure OS with advanced tools for managing networks and servers. We considered:
| OS | Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|---|
| Ubuntu 22.04 LTS Desktop ✅ | 🖥️ Compatible with remote management and scripts 🔄 Integrates well with Debian/Ubuntu servers 🌍 Compatible with monitoring tools | 📌 May not be intuitive for Windows-native admins |
| Windows 11 Pro + WSL2 💡 | 🎯 Linux inside Windows 🔧 Advanced tools 📂 Compatible with enterprise apps | 💰 Paid license (~€150) 🚀 Not as lightweight as Linux |
| macOS Ventura | ⚡ Great for development 🛡️ Very secure 📱 Great Apple ecosystem integration | 💰 Only available on Apple hardware 🛠️ Limited compatibility with Linux infrastructures |
🔎 Final choice for administrators: Ubuntu 22.04 LTS Desktop and Windows 11 Pro + WSL2
🎯 Justification:
Ubuntu Desktop offers power, security, and native tools for system management.
Windows 11 + WSL2 allows administrators to work in Linux environments from a Windows system—great for hybrid admin needs.
📢 Final Conclusion
| User Type | Chosen OS | Main Reason |
|---|---|---|
| 👤 Clients | Windows 11 Pro and Ubuntu 22.04 Desktop | Compatibility and security |
| 🖥️ Servers | Debian 12 | Robustness, stability, and full control |
| 🛠️ Administrators | Ubuntu Desktop and Windows 11 Pro + WSL2 | Advanced management and multiplatform flexibility |