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Description

If you're seeking to implement an information kiosk, a digital signage display, an entertainment system for vehicles, or a home automation interface, Mir on Ubuntu provides the quickest route to deployment. Serving as a system-level component, Mir facilitates the creation of innovative user experiences and is compatible with a variety of Linux-based devices, from traditional desktops to IoT and embedded systems. It effectively replaces the X window server system, which has been widely utilized across Linux desktop environments. This transition allows manufacturers and desktop users to benefit from a powerful, efficient, flexible, and secure graphical environment. For over 30 years, the X windowing system has been the backbone of graphical user interfaces on Linux, successfully catering to both system-level and application-level needs. Nevertheless, modern users demand a more cohesive, integrated, and secure experience, which the X system struggles to provide. Consequently, Mir stands out as a contemporary alternative, designed to meet those evolving expectations and enhance the overall user experience.

Description

Ubuntu is a Debian-based Linux operating system designed to provide a secure, reliable, and customizable computing environment for individuals, developers, and enterprises. Developed by Canonical and an international open-source community, Ubuntu is available in editions for desktop computers, servers, public clouds, and Internet of Things devices. Ubuntu Desktop uses the GNOME desktop environment and provides graphical tools for managing applications, files, networking, hardware settings, and system preferences. Its software ecosystem includes the APT package manager, Debian software packages, and Snap applications for installing and maintaining productivity tools, development frameworks, and other programs. Ubuntu follows a predictable release schedule with new versions every six months and Long-Term Support releases every two years. LTS versions receive five years of standard security maintenance, with extended coverage and enterprise services available through Ubuntu Pro. Ubuntu Server supports web hosting, databases, virtualization, containerized applications, Kubernetes orchestration, and enterprise infrastructure workloads. The operating system also provides cloud-optimized images for Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, Oracle Cloud, and other supported platforms. Additional capabilities include disk encryption, firewall configuration, system monitoring, automated updates, hardware certification, and optional centralized management through Canonical Landscape.

API Access

Has API Yes 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Google Cloud Platform Yes 
IBM Cloud Yes 
AD Bridge No 
Axigen No 
Citus No 
ColonelServer No 
EdgeCortix No 
F5 NGINX App Protect No 
HostJane No 
JetRails No 
Launchpad No 
Migrateq No 
MonoGame No 
NXLog No 
Ottomatik No 
Overmonitor No 
VMware Cloud Yes 
fpm No 
rdp.monster No 

Integrations

Google Cloud Platform Yes 
IBM Cloud Yes 
AD Bridge Yes 
Axigen Yes 
Citus Yes 
ColonelServer Yes 
EdgeCortix Yes 
F5 NGINX App Protect Yes 
HostJane Yes 
JetRails Yes 
Launchpad Yes 
Migrateq Yes 
MonoGame Yes 
NXLog Yes 
Ottomatik Yes 
Overmonitor Yes 
VMware Cloud No 
fpm Yes 
rdp.monster Yes 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

Free
Open source
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Canonical

Founded

2010

Country

United Kingdom

Website

mir-server.io

Vendor Details

Company Name

Ubuntu

Founded

2004

Country

United States

Website

ubuntu.com

Product Features

IoT

Application Development No 
Big Data Analytics No 
Configuration Management No 
Connectivity Management No 
Data Collection No 
Data Management No 
Device Management No 
Performance Management No 
Prototyping No 
Visualization No 

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