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We performed a comparison between Rocky Linux and Windows 11 based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Operating Systems (OS) for Business solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed Rocky Linux vs. Windows 11 Report (Updated: March 2024).
771,212 professionals have used our research since 2012.
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Pros
"It's very simple to work with, easy to learn, and know where things are.""It helps us keep our workstations in sync and ensures consistent settings across most of our machines.""I haven't needed to use customer service or support, which speaks volumes about their product's reliability and ease of use."

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"It supports a lot of features compared to other operating systems.""I use the solution for a normal home office.""Windows 11 is a stable and easy-to-use solution.""We use Windows 11 for our workstation’s daily operations.""We plan to increase the usage as it is easy to deploy, and most users are familiar with Windows.""Windows 11 has a good user interface.""One valuable feature is the ability to snap windows to different sections of the screen, which is especially useful on big screens.""I use the tool for work which includes emails, using the internet, etc."

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Cons
"One of the potential issues is that if you don't pay for support, you may need to manage certain aspects on your own and rely on the community for assistance.""In terms of improvement, Rocky Linux needs to clarify its identity and target audience.""The solution's audio integration for virtual machines could be improved."

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"I would like to add a frontend to manage the virtual machines that are installed in Windows 11. It should also improve security which includes patching the vulnerabilities.""Windows 11's pricing needs improvement. Additionally, its integration capabilities with other systems could be better.""The solution's installation process could be less time-consuming.""I didn't find any reliable reviews for applications in the Microsoft Store.""The user interface could be easier to operate when searching for more options.""The solution's stability can be improved.""Whenever there is an update, a black screen appears which is due to patches being installed in the background.""Windows 11 needs to improve its pricing."

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  • "Compared to the market prices of other tools, the solution has a very competitive pricing."
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  • "We pay for a yearly license for Windows 11."
  • "The licensing cost is high."
  • "The solution is affordable."
  • "It is expensive."
  • "My company purchases licenses in bulk for 2000 users."
  • "The tool's price is high and I would rate it a nine out of ten."
  • "I would rate the solution's pricing an eight out of ten."
  • "I use the free home version."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:It's very simple to work with, easy to learn, and know where things are.
    Top Answer:The solution's audio integration for virtual machines could be improved. It took me almost a day to get my audio drivers to work while running it as a virtual machine. I run Oracle Virtual Box. Within… more »
    Top Answer:I'm currently running the solution at home to teach myself all of the flavors of Linux. If a new one comes out that I don't know or haven't worked on, I'll install it and see how easy it is to… more »
    Top Answer:The tool is user-friendly. It is easy to use, and we have many applications like Excel and Word where we can do spreadsheet work.
    Top Answer:The pricing is affordable. There are no additional add-ons or extra payments – just one initial price, providing everything needed.
    Top Answer:The product should focus more on security, particularly Outlook. It should also look into pricing since people will stop using it after a while if the prices are high.
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    Rocky Linux
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    Overview

    Rocky Linux is a robust and secure enterprise-grade operating system designed as a drop-in replacement for CentOS. Its primary use case is to provide a stable and reliable platform for organizations to run their critical workloads and applications.


    The most valuable functionality of Rocky Linux lies in its compatibility with CentOS, ensuring a seamless transition for organizations already using CentOS. It offers long-term support, regular security updates, and a predictable release cycle, providing stability and reliability for mission-critical systems.

    Rocky Linux helps organizations by offering a free and open-source alternative to CentOS, which was discontinued by Red Hat. It allows businesses to continue using their existing CentOS-based infrastructure without the need for costly migrations or vendor lock-in. With its strong community support and active development, Rocky Linux ensures a sustainable and community-driven future for CentOS users.

    Moreover, Rocky Linux is built with security in mind, providing robust features like SELinux and secure defaults. This helps organizations protect their data and systems from potential threats and vulnerabilities.

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    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company14%
    University11%
    Educational Organization11%
    Government9%
    REVIEWERS
    Educational Organization18%
    University11%
    Financial Services Firm11%
    Computer Software Company11%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company22%
    Financial Services Firm10%
    Educational Organization9%
    University8%
    Company Size
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business28%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise56%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business28%
    Midsize Enterprise21%
    Large Enterprise51%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business31%
    Midsize Enterprise22%
    Large Enterprise47%
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    Rocky Linux vs. Windows 11
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Rocky Linux vs. Windows 11 and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
    771,212 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    Rocky Linux is ranked 11th in Operating Systems (OS) for Business with 3 reviews while Windows 11 is ranked 10th in Operating Systems (OS) for Business with 39 reviews. Rocky Linux is rated 8.4, while Windows 11 is rated 8.6. The top reviewer of Rocky Linux writes "Very simple to work with, easy to learn, and has a competitive pricing". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Windows 11 writes "An easy-to-use solution that can be used for desktop computing". Rocky Linux is most compared with Ubuntu Linux, Oracle Linux, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and openSUSE Leap, whereas Windows 11 is most compared with Windows Server, Ubuntu Linux, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), SUSE Linux Enterprise and openSUSE Leap. See our Rocky Linux vs. Windows 11 report.

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