Ubuntu 24.04 Official Flavors Are Now Available for Download, Here’s What’s New
All of them are powered by Linux kernel 6.8 and include the same updated core components and applications like the Ubuntu 24.04 LTS release. However, they come with updated desktop environments and several other enhancements, such as Ubuntu’s Flutter-based installer for all flavors except Kubuntu, Lubuntu, and Ubuntu Unity, which use the Calamares graphical installer.
Kubuntu 24.04 LTS and Ubuntu Studio 24.04 LTS both ship with the latest KDE Plasma 5.27 LTS desktop environment by default, namely KDE Plasma 5.27.11, which is accompanied by the KDE Gear 23.08.5 and KDE Frameworks 5.115 software suites, all compiled against the Qt 5.15.13 LTS open-source application framework.
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Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (Noble Numbat) is now available
Another big Linux distribution release is upon us. Ubuntu 24.04 is a new long-term support release from Canonical available today.
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Canonical releases Ubuntu 24.04 LTS Noble Numbat
Canonical’s 10th Long Term Supported release sets a new standard in performance engineering, enterprise security and developer experience.
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Ubuntu Desktop 24.04 LTS: Noble Numbat deep dive
Learn how Ubuntu Desktop 24.04 LTS is built to empower open source developers and deliver innovation for the next 12 years.
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Kubuntu 24.04 LTS is Just a Good Upgrade!
Kubuntu is a KDE Plasma-equipped Ubuntu flavor that many users pick due to its set of applications and a user interface. While some users do get confused as to which is the better choice between Ubuntu and Kubuntu, the latter usually feels just at home for those switching from Windows.
Now, Kubuntu 24.04 LTS just landed, based on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS improving things on offer. It does not feature a lot of exciting changes, but something is better than nothing, right?
Let me give you the highlights of the release.
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Ubuntu Studio 24.04 Releases With PipeWire 1.0
Ubuntu Studio, the Linux distro tailored for content production professionals, has received a new release amidst the ongoing shower of Ubuntu flavor releases.
The Ubuntu Studio 24.04 release is a long-term support release that does share many improvements with its earlier 23.10 release. However, this release does have some new things to offer.
So, let's see what's in store.
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Ubuntu Budgie 24.04 LTS Release is a Worthy Upgrade!
Among all the Ubuntu flavors, Ubuntu Budgie is the one that stands out for me, as it uses the Budgie desktop environment, which looks and feels familiar, yet has a distinct user experience.
All that is made possible by the Buddies of Budgie, who work on developing what they refer to as “a luxurious home computing experience”. In the recent wave of Ubuntu flavor releases, the developers have rolled out Ubuntu Budgie 24.04 LTS.
Before we proceed, do keep in mind that these changes are in comparison to the previous Ubuntu Budgie 22.04 LTS release. So, if you are on 23.10, then you might notice fewer changes with this new release.
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The Much-Awaited Ubuntu 24.04 LTS Release Is Here!
I always prefer to use the long-term supported (LTS) version of a Linux distribution, even if I have to miss out on the improvements offered by a newer, non-LTS distro release.
You know, those distros usually have a higher occurrence of system-breaking bugs than LTS releases, while also being supported for a shorter period of time (9 months), and are not really the first choice for deploying on highly sensitive installations.
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Canonical releases Ubuntu Linux 24.04 LTS 'Noble Numbat'
Following a short beta test period, Canonical today released Ubuntu Linux 24.04 LTS. Codenamed “Noble Numbat,” this version promises enhanced performance, security, and developer productivity. Available for download at Ubuntu’s official site, this release marks a significant update supported for at least 12 years, emphasizing Canonical’s commitment to long-term support.
Mark Shuttleworth, CEO of Canonical, highlighted the release’s focus, “Ubuntu 24.04 LTS takes a bold step into performance engineering and confidential computing to deliver an enterprise-grade innovation platform.” This version introduces TCK certified Java, LTS for .NET, and the latest Rust toolchain, catering extensively to developer needs.
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Ubuntu 24.04 LTS improves installation process, overall developer experience - SD Times
Canonical has announced the release of a new Long Term Support (LTS) version of Ubuntu. Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, also codenamed as Noble Numbat, introduces several new features that will be appealing for developers.
“20 years in the making. Ubuntu 24.04 LTS brings together the latest advancements from the Linux ecosystem into a release that is built to empower open source developers and deliver innovation for the next 12 years,” Oliver Smith, senior product manager for Ubuntu at Canonical, wrote in a blog post.
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Ubuntu 24.04 LTS Linux is Now Available
Ubuntu Linux might not be the most popular Linux distribution these days, but it’s still one of the most important distributions, especially on servers and managed workstations. Ubuntu 24.04 LTS is now available with a few significant changes and five years of free updates.
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS is now available to download for 64-bit x86 desktop computers and servers, Raspberry Pi boards, and other supported platforms. It’s a Long Term Support (LTS) release, so it’s the new “default” version of Ubuntu until the next LTS arrives two years from now, with five years of free app updates and security fixes. You’ll also be able to subscribe to Ubuntu Pro for extended updates after that, but most people should just update to the next LTS.
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Ubuntu 24.04 LTS "Noble Numbat" released with Linux 6.8, up to 12 years of support - CNX Software
Canonical has just released Ubuntu 24.04 LTS “Noble Numbat” distribution a little over two years after Ubuntu 22.04 LTS “Jammy Jellyfish” was released. The new version of the operating system comes with the recent Linux 6.8 kernel, GNOME 46, and a range of updates and new features we’ll discuss in this post.
As a long-term support release, Ubuntu 24.04 LTS gets a 12-year commitment for security maintenance and support, with five years of free security maintenance on the main Ubuntu repository, and Ubuntu Pro extending that commitment to 10 years on both the main and universe repositories (also free for individuals and small companies with up to 5 devices). This can be extended a further 2-year, or 12 years in total, for Ubuntu Pro subscribers who purchase the Legacy Support add-on.
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Beginner-friendly Linux Ubuntu 24.04 LTS is now available for download
Twenty years after the first release of Ubuntu in 2004, Canonical has made the open source operating system popular on the desktop thanks to the ease of use of its Linux distribution. After six months of development, Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, aka 'Noble Numbat', has now been released with long-term support and will receive updates for five years. With Ubuntu Pro, the support period can even be extended to 12 years.
The regular Ubuntu 24.04 comes with the latest desktop environment GNOME 46, but Canonical has modified the interface as usual with a dock on the left side. Both Ubuntu Desktop and Ubuntu Server use the fresh Linux 6.8 kernel in Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, which includes hardware support for newer components.
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Ubuntu 24.04 ‘Noble Numbat’ brings 12 years of Linux support for enterprise deployments - SDxCentral
The Ubuntu 24.04 Linux distribution is out today, marking the first major Long Term Support (LTS) release for the widely deployed operating system in two years.
An LTS is an enterprise grade release of Ubuntu, providing hardened security and long-term support that goes beyond what the non-LTS editions provide. Ubuntu puts out a new release every six months, with the last release being the 23.10 Manic Minotaur that debuted last October.
With the new Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, codenamed the “Noble Numbat,” Canonical, the lead commercial sponsor behind Ubuntu, is promising up to 12 years of support, making the release an ideal platform for enterprises and telcos to base mission-critical deployments on, both on-premises and in the cloud.
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Ubuntu Linux update brings performance boosts, tool updates | InfoWorld
Canonical has released Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, aka “Noble Numbat,” a new Long Term Support release of the popular Linux distribution that brings performance enhancements and toolchain updates for developers.
Announced April 25 and downloadable from ubuntu.com, Ubuntu 24.04 LTS offers Linux 6.8 kernel capabilities with improved syscall performance, nested KVM (Kernel-based Virtual Machine) support on ppc64el (IBM PowerPC), and access to the new beachefs file system. Ubuntu 24.04 LTS has merged low-latency kernel features into the default kernel, reducing kernel task scheduling delays, Canonical said. The release also enables frame pointers by default on 64-bit architectures, giving performance engineers access to accurate flame graphs when systems are profiled for troubleshooting and optimization. Frame pointers offer more complete CPU profiling and off-CPU profiling, according to Intel.
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I AM SO DISAPPOINTED WITH UBUNTU 24.04 😡
The all caps headline is deliberate. I am all enraged.
Disappoint is a sober word here. I am actually pissed at the casual arrogance of Ubuntu and its parent company Canonical.
Please excuse the language, but I just cannot express my disgust any other way.
What's the issue? Well, Ubuntu 24.04 LTS is here and it will stay for more than the usual 5 years of long-term support period.
For years, Ubuntu has been promoting its 'universal packaging format' Snaps over 'Universal Operating System' Debian's deb packages.
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Ubuntu 24.04 LTS released with performance and security updates and 5+ years of support - Liliputing
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS is now available for download, and the latest version of the popular GNU/Linux distribution brings a number of significant updates.
It’s based on the Linux 6.8 kernel, ships with GNOME 46 by default, adds new security features and updated versions of key apps. As an LTS (Long Term Support) release, Ubuntu 24.04 LTS will be supported for at least five years, but Canonical also will also offer up to 12 years of support for Ubuntu Pro customers.
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Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, Noble Numbat, overhauls its installation and app experience | Ars Technica
History might consider the most important aspect of Ubuntu 24.04 to be something that it doesn't have: vulnerabilities to the XZ backdoor that nearly took over the global Linux scene.
Betas, and the final release of Ubuntu 24.04, a long-term support (LTS) release of the venerable Linux distribution, were delayed, as backing firm Canonical worked in early April 2024 to rebuild every binary included in the release. xz Utils, an almost ubiquitous data-compression package on Unix-like systems, had been compromised through a long-term and elaborate supply-chain attack, discovered only because a Microsoft engineer noted some oddities with SSH performance on a Debian system. Ubuntu, along with just about every other regularly updating software platform, had a lot of work to do this month.
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Ubuntu 24.04 launched from Canonical with frame pointers set up by default and more - Neowin
Canonical has just released the latest version of its Linux-based OS, Ubuntu. The new version number is 24.04, and Canonical previously gave it the code name Noble Numbat.
This new version includes the latest Linux 6.8 kernel. Canonical says it includes "improved syscall performance, nested KVM support on ppc64el, and access to the newly landed bcachefs filesystem."
Among its new features, Ubuntu 24.04 is set up so that frame pointers are enabled as the default for 64-bit architectures. Canonical quoted Brendan Gregg, Computer Performance Expert and Fellow at Intel, about what this means for users in its blog post...
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Ubuntu 24.04 Official Flavours Available to Download - OMG! Ubuntu
What follows is a concise, top-level overview of the key new features and changes in some of the most popular Ubuntu flavours, plus the relevant downloads links to snag an ISO need should be tempted into trying a few flavors first-hand.
Unless otherwise noted, all flavours share the same foundational footprint as the main release, e.g., Linux kernel, graphics drivers, tooling, etc. But some fears, like the Flutter-based OS installer and the snap-centric App Center aren’t used in all flavours.
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How to Enable OneDrive File Access in Ubuntu 24.04 LTS - OMG! Ubuntu
No 3rd-party app downloads, no dodgy scripts to run, and no paid plans to cough up for because this nifty feature is part of GNOME 46 (and available in any Linux distribution using it, not just the latest Ubuntu LTS).
OneDrive file access works the same way as the (long-standing and popular) Google Drive integration: a Gvfs backend authorised through GNOME Online Accounts (via the Settings app), and then surfaced as an entry in the Nautilus sidebar.
Once configured you are able to browse, open, edit, move, and copy files to and from your cloud storage as if it was a local folder. There’s no sync or offline support, though.
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Ubuntu 24.04 LTS "Noble Numbat" released with Linux 6.8, up to 12 years of support - CNX Software
Canonical has just released Ubuntu 24.04 LTS “Noble Numbat” distribution a little over two years after Ubuntu 22.04 LTS “Jammy Jellyfish” was released. The new version of the operating system comes with the recent Linux 6.8 kernel, GNOME 46, and a range of updates and new features we’ll discuss in this post.
As a long-term support release, Ubuntu 24.04 LTS gets a 12-year commitment for security maintenance and support, with five years of free security maintenance on the main Ubuntu repository, and Ubuntu Pro extending that commitment to 10 years on both the main and universe repositories (also free for individuals and small companies with up to 5 devices). This can be extended a further 2-year, or 12 years in total, for Ubuntu Pro subscribers who purchase the Legacy Support add-on.
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Ubuntu 24.04 LTS Available to Download, This is What’s New - OMG! Ubuntu
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (codenamed ‘Noble Numbat’) includes a rich array of new features ranging from an enhanced desktop installer and a the latest GNOME desktop to gaming improvements and a new Linux kernel.
As a long-term support release Ubuntu 24.04 LTS gets 5 years of select apps updates, security fixes, kernel upgrades, and other buffs, and a further 5 years of extended security coverage via Ubuntu Pro.
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Ubuntu Fridge | Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (Noble Numbat) released.
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, codenamed “Noble Numbat”, is here. This release continues Ubuntu’s proud tradition of integrating the latest and greatest open source technologies into a high-quality, easy-to-use Linux distribution. The team has been hard at work through this cycle, together with the community and our partners, to introduce new features and fix bugs.
Our 10th Long Term Supported release sets a new standard in performance engineering, enterprise security and developer experience.
Ubuntu Desktop brings the Subiquity installer to an LTS for the first time. In addition to a refreshed user experience and a minimal install by default, the installer now includes experimental support for ZFS and TPM-based full disk encryption and the ability to import auto-install configurations. Post install, users will be greeted with the latest GNOME 46 alongside a new App Center and firmware-updater. Netplan is now the default for networking configuration and supports bidirectionality with NetworkManager.
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Ubuntu 24.04 Noble Numbat is Available to Download | UbuntuHandbook
Ubuntu 24.04, code-name Noble Numbat, is finally released!
It’s a new Long Term Support (LTS) release with 5 years of support until 2029, and another 7 years of support through ‘Ubuntu Pro’ (can be enabled in welcome or Software & Updates dialog).
Meaning users of Ubuntu 24.04 can keep receiving security updates until 2036!
Ubuntu 24.04 features Linux Kernel 6.8, and it will keep updating to new kernel series in next point releases. The new kernel introduced Intel Shadow Stack, and stable Intel Meteor Lake graphics support. KVM now allows up to 4096 vCPUs. And, there are many other new features as well as hardware support, see this page for details.
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Xubuntu 24.04 released! « Xubuntu
Xubuntu 24.04 features the latest updates from Xfce 4.18, GNOME 46, and MATE 1.26. For new users and those coming from Xubuntu 22.04, you’ll appreciate the performance, stability, and improved hardware support found in Xubuntu 24.04. Xfce 4.18 is stable, fast, and full of user-friendly features. Enjoy frictionless bluetooth headphone connections and out-of-the-box touchpad support. Updates to our icon theme and wallpapers make Xubuntu feel fresh and stylish.
The final release images for Xubuntu Desktop and Xubuntu Minimal are available as torrents and direct downloads from xubuntu.org/download/.
As the main server might be busy in the first few days after the release, we recommend using the torrents if possible.
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Canonical Releases Ubuntu 24.04 » Linux Magazine
Canonical has released Ubuntu 24.04. Noble Nubat was delayed because of the XZ vulnerability that threatened to take down Linux distributions everywhere (but thankfully didn't).
As far as what's new, you'll find Gnome 46 at the forefront, which vastly improves the file manager experience and offers the best-performing version of the open-source desktop to date. Gnome 46 also brings a revamped Settings tool that arranges certain sections (such as the Privacy option) in a much more logical fashion. Gnome 46 also improves the notifications feature, adding grouped notifications (per app) so there's less clutter.
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Kubuntu 24.04 LTS Noble Numbat Released | Kubuntu
The Kubuntu Team is happy to announce that Kubuntu 24.04 has been released, featuring the ‘beautiful’ KDE Plasma 5.27 simple by default, powerful when needed.
Codenamed “Noble Numbat”, Kubuntu 24.04 continues our tradition of giving you Friendly Computing by integrating the latest and greatest open source technologies into a high-quality, easy-to-use Linux distribution.
Under the hood, there have been updates to many core packages, including a new 6.8-based kernel, KDE Frameworks 5.115, KDE Plasma 5.27 and KDE Gear 23.08.
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Ubuntu 24.04 LTS Review: Big Changes & Sleek User Experience
When it comes to Ubuntu, most of the users wait for the LTS versions. It is because a lot of quality of life improvements come along with the stability it offers.
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS is no different. It comes packed with visual changes, refinements, and new features. You can check out all the Ubuntu 24.04 LTS features if you're curious.
I have been using it for a while before the stable release hit. Let me tell you about my experience with it. There's a video about it as a desktop tour, you can choose to watch that as well.
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Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (Noble Numbat) Released, This Is What’s New
Canonical’s biennial LTS releases of Ubuntu are significant events for the open-source community. Today, that’s precisely the case, with the just-released Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, codenamed Noble Numbat, now available for download and use by everyone.
Why do these LTS versions matter so much? Simply put, as one of the most popular Linux distributions used by millions of users, the Ubuntu LTS releases largely set the direction that the Linux ecosystem as a whole will be moving in over the next few years. This is true for the average home user as well as business customers.
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Ubuntu 24.04 Security Enhancements Analyzed
The release of Ubuntu 24.04 LTS , also known as Noble Numbat, brings various security enhancements and exciting new features . These improvements include unprivileged user namespace restrictions, binary hardening, AppArmor 4 , disabling old TLS versions, and upstream kernel security features.
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Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (Noble Numbat) released
Version 24.04 LTS of the Ubuntu distribution is out. This release continues Ubuntu's proud tradition of integrating the latest and greatest open source technologies into a high-quality, easy-to-use GNU/Linux distribution. The team has been hard at work through this cycle, together with the community and our partners, to introduce new features and fix bugs. The list of changes and enhancements is long; click below for some details. More information can be found in the release notes; see also this page for a summary of security-related changes.
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Ubuntu 24.04 LTS ‘Noble Numbat’ is now available
Canonical is releasing the latest LTS version of Ubuntu today. This release, version 24.04 (codenamed ‘Noble Numbat’), includes upgrades to the GNOME UI and some important features and improvements under the hood. These include security features, greater compatibility with IBM hardware architectures and support for newer versions of commonly used programming languages. There is also .NET 8 support throughout the lifecycle of this LTS version.
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How to Upgrade to Ubuntu 24.04 LTS | by Mwiza Kumwenda | Apr, 2024 | Medium
April is a special month for Ubuntu users, and guess what? Ubuntu 24.04 (LTS), aka Noble Numbat is finally here.
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Lubuntu 24.04 LTS Released! – Lubuntu
Thanks to the hard work from our contributors, Lubuntu 24.04 LTS has been released. With the codename Noble Numbat, Lubuntu 24.04 is the 26th release of Lubuntu, the 12th release of Lubuntu with LXQt as the default desktop environment.
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Ubuntu Budgie 24.04 Released | Ubuntu Budgie
We are pleased to announce the release of the next version of our distro, 24.04 Long Term Support.
The LTS version is supported for 3 years while the regular releases are supported for 9 months.
The new release rolls-up various fixes and optimizations that the Ubuntu Budgie team have been released since the 22.04 release in April 2022...
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Ubuntu MATE 24.04 LTS Release Notes | Ubuntu MATE
I’d like to extend my sincere thanks to everyone who has played an active role in improving Ubuntu MATE for this release 👏 I’d like to acknowledge the close collaboration with all the Ubuntu flavour teams and the Ubuntu Foundations and Desktop Teams. The assistance and support provided by Erich Eickmeyer (Ubuntu Studio), Simon Quigley (Lubuntu) and David Muhammed (Ubuntu Budgie) have been invaluable. Thank you! 💚
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Ubuntu Fridge | Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (Noble Numbat) released.
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, codenamed “Noble Numbat”, is here. This release continues Ubuntu’s proud tradition of integrating the latest and greatest open source technologies into a high-quality, easy-to-use Linux distribution. The team has been hard at work through this cycle, together with the community and our partners, to introduce new features and fix bugs.
Our 10th Long Term Supported release sets a new standard in performance engineering, enterprise security and developer experience.
Ubuntu Desktop brings the Subiquity installer to an LTS for the first time. In addition to a refreshed user experience and a minimal install by default, the installer now includes experimental support for ZFS and TPM-based full disk encryption and the ability to import auto-install configurations. Post install, users will be greeted with the latest GNOME 46 alongside a new App Center and firmware-updater. Netplan is now the default for networking configuration and supports bidirectionality with NetworkManager.
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Ubuntu Studio 24.04 LTS Released – Ubuntu Studio
The Ubuntu Studio team is pleased to announce the release of Ubuntu Studio 24.04 LTS, code-named “Noble Numbat”. This marks Ubuntu Studio’s 34th release. This release is a Long-Term Support release and as such, it is supported for 3 years (36 months, until April 2027).
Since it’s just out, you may experience some issues, so you might want to wait a bit before upgrading. Please see the release notes for a more complete list of changes and known issues. Listed here are some of the major highlights.
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Why You Shouldn't Upgrade to Ubuntu 24.04 LTS Yet - OMG! Ubuntu
But don’t.
For one, “officially” you can’t since Ubuntu 24.04 LTS upgrades are not yet enabled, neither from Ubuntu 23.10 nor 22.04 LTS.
But that doesn’t stop us folks from upgrading manually.
They hear that a new version of Ubuntu is out and stable, they don’t fancy the faff of a fresh install, and they don’t want to wait for the “new version available” upgrade prompt to appear on their desktop.
So they go to Google for a ‘how to’, learn about the sudo do-release-upgrade -d command run it, and away they go.
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Ubuntu MATE 24.04 LTS is More Ubuntu Now
Over the past few hours, we've seen a number of Ubuntu flavor LTS releases with varying degrees of improvements, features, and bug fixes. But one flavor in particular caught my attention: Ubuntu MATE.
You see, its development has been slowing down since the past few releases. I know that there have been some difficulties that the lead developer, Martin Wimpress, has had to go through.
But, the recent Ubuntu MATE 24.04 LTS release also follows a similar approach to its previous 23.10 release, where we see a few modest upgrades.
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Ubuntu 24.04: This great new GNU/Linux distro isn't just fast - it's a fortress
I'm running Canonical's latest release - aka 'Noble Numbat' - and find this distro's performance and security improvements make it an outstanding OS for everyone and every job.
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Exploring Ubuntu 24.04 Beta: What’s New and Exciting
Canonical, the driving force behind the popular Ubuntu operating system, has just unveiled the beta version of Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (code-named “Noble Numbat“). This release, aimed at public testing, offers users a sneak peek into the upcoming features and improvements before the official launch on April 25, 2024.
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Canonical releases Ubuntu 24.04 LTS Noble Numbat without xz Utils that spied on users
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS also enables default frame rates on all 64-bit architectures so that performance engineers have easy access to accurate and complete graphs when profiling their systems for troubleshooting and optimization.
ZFS encryption is back as a default installation option, as well as hardware-enabled full disk encryption (such as TPM), plus more guidance for those who want to use dual-boot with Windows and BitLocker settings.
Netplan 1.0 is now the default network configuration tool. And the default installation is “Minimal” as introduced in 23.10.
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Do Not Try to Upgrade to Ubuntu 24.04 LTS at This Time
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (Noble Numbat) was released just a few days ago. So you might want to jump to it from 22.04 LTS or 23.10 (Mantic Minotaur)—the excitement is big! But let me be direct and a bit intense here: JUST DON’T! I’ll explain why below.
For your information, traditionally, Canonical provides an official upgrade path for Ubuntu’s LTS versions soon after their first point release. For the 24.04 LTS, this update is planned for August 15th (24.04.1). But that’s not the problem in this case.
In previous Ubuntu LTSes, long before the release of the first point version, upgrades always ran smoothly; however, until now. Two newly discovered bugs in the Noble Numbat release, one related to the Thunderbird snap and another in the libglib transitional package, result in a completely broken and non-functional system if you try the upgrade. So, please, don’t do it!
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Ubuntu 24.04 LTS Noble Numbat Released with Download Links, Official Flavors and Torrents
Congratulations to Canonical Ltd. and Free Software community for the release of Ubuntu 24.04! This LTS release, codenamed Noble Numbat, is out on Thursday 25 April 2024 or six months after the previous version 23.10 last year. We presented here a compilation of all download links including the Official Flavors, mirrors, and torrents. Let's celebrate together, and download and run our computer, laptop and server with Ubuntu.
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Ubuntu 24.04 Server Big Updates Including Intel QuickAssist Support
Ubuntu 24.04 Noble Numbat was released this week with some big updates. On the server side, we saw something very exciting for STH as the new long term support (LTS) distribution version has support for Intel QuickAssist or Intel QAT built-in.
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Ubuntu 24.04 Desktop Installation Guide with Screenshots
This post will cover Ubuntu 24.04 desktop installation guide with screenshots.
Canonical has recently released its much-awaited Operating Ubuntu 24.04 for Desktop, Server, Cloud and IoT. This release comes with lot of new features and improvements including latest version of GNOME 46 and Linux Kernel 6.8. This is an LTS release, so we will get updates and support till next 5 years. Code name for this release is “Noble Numbat”.
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How to Install Ubuntu 24.04 Step-by-Step with Screenshots
Good news for Ubuntu users, Canonical has released its latest operating system Ubuntu 24.04, code name “Noble Numbat”. This is an LTS (Long Term Support) release, means we will get updates and support till next 5 years.
In this blog post, we will show you how to install Ubuntu 24.04 step-by-step with screenshots. Before moving to installation steps, let’s a quickly look into the new and updated features of this edition.
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Ubuntu 24.04 Comes with a “Flaw" » Linux Magazine
This was first reported by OMG Ubuntu and It's FOSS, but it's something I experienced early on when I was testing the daily releases of Ubuntu 24.04.
The issue is how Canonical has secretly forced Snap installation on users. Previously, if you were to download a .deb file from the internet, the software installer GUI would open and prompt you to install the app.
That no longer happens. Instead, the file is downloaded and that's that. If you double-click the file, instead of an installer opening, the Archive tool opens, which is of no help to users.
To take this further, it looks as if the Software app defaults to Snap packages for everything now. I combed through various apps and found this to be the case.
I was able to find an exception with the Clementine audio player, which is no longer in development. When searching for that app, two versions appear – the Snap and .deb packages. But if you only search for Clementine and hit Enter, the Snap package is the only one you see. Run the search and wait for the drop-down to populate, and you'll see two different versions – one listed as a Snap package and one listed as a Debian package.
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Better Things To Do After Installing Ubuntu 24.04
Ubuntu releases a new version every six months. However, most of the stuff you may need to do after installing any new version is generally the same. This article will guide you through enhancing your new Ubuntu 24.04 system, but you can also follow the same instructions no matter what Ubuntu version you use.
Please don’t look at these things as mandatory: Pick what’s best for your user experience and needs, and leave the rest of them. You don’t have to apply everything on this list.
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Extend Ubuntu LTS Updates For 12 Years With Free Ubuntu Pro
Originally, Ubuntu LTS versions are supported with updates only for 5 years. But thanks to the generosity of Canonical, you can get an additional 7 years of updates for a total of 12 years of system updates for absolutely no extra cost.
Ubuntu Pro is free for personal use on up to 5 machines, so you can use this guide on many Ubuntu machines that you have along with your family.
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Xubuntu 24.04: A minimal install that really means it
The various editions and flavors of Ubuntu 24.04 LTS "Noble Numbat" were released last week, following a shorter than usual beta test period. All the official flavors now include the minimal installation option which débuted in 18.04 and became the default with 23.10. However, the new Xubuntu 24.04 handles its minimal installation a little differently.
Here at the Reg FOSS desk, we suspect that Xubuntu's minimal install option may propel this flavor to becoming one of the most popular. One difference is visible even before you boot Xubuntu Noble for the first time. Although, as with the other flavors, the minimal installation is an option in the installation program, Xubuntu's minimal version is also available as a separate download. This is a mere 2.6GB in size, as opposed to the standard Desktop download which is about 4GB. Secondly, Xubuntu's Minimal install is far more stripped-back than any other we've seen so far.
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Upgrading to Ubuntu 24.04 LTS Noble Numbat: Tutorial
Canonical released Ubuntu 24.04 “Noble Numbat” on April 25. Noble Numbat marks Ubuntu’s tenth LTS (Long Term Support) release and contains several security and performance improvements.
Ubuntu 23.10 “Mantic Minotaur,” released Oct. 20, 2023, is still receiving security updates through July 2024. Still, there’s no reason you can’t switch to 24.04 today.
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Faizul "Piju" 9M2PJU: Ubuntu 24.04 and the Ubuntu Malaysia Release Party
In the ever-evolving landscape of open-source software, Ubuntu continues to shine as a beacon of innovation, collaboration, and user-centric development. As we anticipate the arrival of Ubuntu 24.04, the excitement within the global tech community is palpable, especially among the passionate members of the Ubuntu Malaysia local community. Released in April 2024, Ubuntu 24.04 promises a plethora of enhancements, features, and improvements aimed at delivering an exceptional computing experience to users worldwide.
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Ubuntu 24.04 LTS is now generally available for Azure Virtual Machines
Microsoft has announced that Ubuntu 24.04 LTS is now available as an Azure Virtual Machine through the Azure Marketplace. The announcement comes a few weeks after Canonical launched this version of Ubuntu to the public.
OMG Ubuntu:
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Ubuntu 24.10 to Enable Wayland for NVIDIA Users - OMG! Ubuntu
But while Wayland is what most of is now login to after installing Ubuntu, anyone doing so on a PC or laptop with an NVIDIA graphics card present instead log in to an Xorg/X11 session.
This is because NVIDIA’s proprietary graphics drivers (which many, especially gamers, opt for to get the best performance, access to full hardware capabilities, etc) have not supported Wayland as well as as they could’ve.
Past tense as, thankfully, things have changed in the past few years. NVIDIA’s warmed up to Wayland (partly as it has no choice given that Wayland is now standard and a ‘maybe one day’ solution, and partly because it wants to: opportunities/benefits/security).