Fedora is excellent for test-lab/R&D deployment
Rating: 9 out of 10
IncentivizedUse Cases and Deployment Scope
We have had Fedora [Linux] in testing for a while, and done some limited deployments. It's not our first-choice system, but it is definitely something we have used for certain applications and systems.
Pros
- Better cutting-edge software packages than RHEL/CentOS
- Better for an R&D platform than other systems
- Combines the stability of RHEL/CentOS-style systems with more experimental software
Cons
- Stability. It's good, but it's not anything like CentOS for stability
- End-user usability. It has a few glaring holes here and there with UI/UX
Likelihood to Recommend
For experimental use, test lab situations, or very special-purpose tasks, Fedora [Linux] is an excellent choice. We are almost exclusively a CentOS shop for our production stuff, but in labs, we take more risks with things like Ubuntu or Fedora. It's not as appropriate as CentOS for production level endeavors, but it lets us know "this is where we could be going" when we engage in r&d tasks.
TK
Tom Kunz
Owner in Engineering at Solid Rock Technologies (Internet, 1-10 employees)
Vetted Review
2 years of experience