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At a Glance
PCLinuxOS
PCLinuxOS
Star Rating
(15)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (60.0% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Zorin
Zorin
Star Rating
(39)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (65.8% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Zorin
AI Generated Summary
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  • Users report that PCLinuxOS has a solid RAM management system, which allows for efficient multitasking, while Zorin's RAM management is noted to be slightly better, providing a smoother experience for users running multiple applications simultaneously.
  • Reviewers mention that PCLinuxOS excels in device management, particularly with its user-friendly interface for configuring hardware, whereas Zorin is praised for its extensive compatibility with a wide range of devices, making it easier for users to connect peripherals.
  • G2 users highlight PCLinuxOS's robust data backup features, which include built-in tools for creating system snapshots, while Zorin users appreciate the simplicity of its backup system, which integrates seamlessly with cloud services for easy data recovery.
  • Users on G2 report that PCLinuxOS offers effective system operations monitoring tools, allowing users to track performance metrics, while Zorin's error detection capabilities are noted to be more advanced, providing proactive alerts for potential system issues.
  • Reviewers say that PCLinuxOS has a slightly lower ease of setup score, with some users finding the installation process a bit more complex compared to Zorin, which is often described as having a straightforward and user-friendly installation experience.
  • Users mention that while PCLinuxOS has a good quality of support, Zorin's support is rated higher, with many users appreciating the responsiveness and helpfulness of the community and official support channels.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
PCLinuxOS
No pricing available
Zorin
No pricing available
Free Trial
PCLinuxOS
No trial information available
Zorin
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.6
11
9.0
27
Ease of Use
8.3
11
9.4
27
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
8.7
9
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
9.3
7
Quality of Support
8.8
10
8.4
25
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
9.2
6
Product Direction (% positive)
6.8
11
9.5
24
Features by Category
Not enough data
Not enough data
Memory Management - Operating System
Not enough data
Not enough data
Device Management - Operating System
Not enough data
Not enough data
Backup and Recovery - Operating System
Not enough data
Not enough data
Error Detection - Operating System
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
PCLinuxOS
PCLinuxOS
Zorin
Zorin
PCLinuxOS and Zorin are categorized as Operating System
Unique Categories
PCLinuxOS
PCLinuxOS has no unique categories
Zorin
Zorin has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
PCLinuxOS
PCLinuxOS
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
60.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
20.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
20.0%
Zorin
Zorin
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
65.8%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
28.9%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
5.3%
Reviewers' Industry
PCLinuxOS
PCLinuxOS
Information Technology and Services
13.3%
Computer Hardware
13.3%
Accounting
13.3%
Marketing and Advertising
6.7%
Machinery
6.7%
Other
46.7%
Zorin
Zorin
Information Technology and Services
37.8%
Computer Software
16.2%
Research
5.4%
Telecommunications
2.7%
Security and Investigations
2.7%
Other
35.1%
Most Helpful Reviews
PCLinuxOS
PCLinuxOS
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Architecture & Planning

I like the pcos linux can greate encrpyt all file and folder on my idea .

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in E-Learning

Maybe the Ui can be improved in the future

Zorin
Zorin
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Computer Software
Verified User in Computer Software

What I like the most is that the Operating System offers us a great balance of modern components and a great stability that few Operating Systems have, in addition to having long-term support. Another thing I like is that it is a desktop very similar to...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Performing Arts

ubantu and kali linux are better than than zorin operating system ! zorin is an operating system made for beginners who are learning about other operating system other than windows !

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PCLinuxOS
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Zorin
Zorin Alternatives
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Discussions
PCLinuxOS
PCLinuxOS Discussions
Monty the Mongoose crying
PCLinuxOS has no discussions with answers
Zorin
Zorin Discussions
How to resize windows - Zorin OS 16
1 comment
Ramil P.
RP
Dragging the edges or corners of the window.Read more
Is Zorin better than Windows?
1 comment
Dhairya G.
DG
Certainly! Please provide the text in the Unknown Language that you would like me to translate into English.Read more
Can we do programming in Zorin OS?
1 comment
MA
Yes, Linux is really good for programmers.Read more