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Ubuntu: A Beginner's Guide

What Is Ubuntu? Ubuntu is  a free desktop operating system . It’s based on Linux, a massive project that enables millions of people around the world to run machines powered by free and open software  on all kinds of devices . Linux comes in many shapes and sizes, with Ubuntu being the most popular iteration on desktops and laptops. When I say “free,” I’m not just referring to cost. I’m also talking about freedom. Unlike most proprietary software (such as Windows and macOS), free and open source software lets you edit its code, install as many copies as you want, and distribute the program as you please. You don’t pay for a license to use it. So Ubuntu is not only free for you to download, it’s  free for you to use however you like .                                                             Audience Ubuntu Linux has been ar...
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Ubuntu: A Beginner's Guide

What Is Ubuntu?


Ubuntu is a free desktop operating system. It’s based on Linux, a massive project that enables millions of people around the world to run machines powered by free and open software on all kinds of devices. Linux comes in many shapes and sizes, with Ubuntu being the most popular iteration on desktops and laptops.

When I say “free,” I’m not just referring to cost. I’m also talking about freedom. Unlike most proprietary software (such as Windows and macOS), free and open source software lets you edit its code, install as many copies as you want, and distribute the program as you please. You don’t pay for a license to use it. So Ubuntu is not only free for you to download, it’s free for you to use however you like.

 
What's New in Ubuntu 20.04 LTS – Linux Hint
                                                         

Audience

Ubuntu Linux has been around for quite some time in the industry. This tutorial will be beneficial for those who want to learn some basic concepts of the Ubuntu desktop and server edition.


Prerequisites


You should be familiar with a basic operating system such as Windows and the various programs that are already available on the Windows operating system.

Display Preferences

we can add multiple monitors in ubuntu 20.04



Why Use Ubuntu?


      There are many reasons to use Ubuntu, but here are some of the most important ones
       
               It’s free and open source: shared code, shared efforts, shared principles, no cost.
  • It’s easy to use, trial and install: you don’t have to be an expert.
  • Ubuntu is beautiful, sleek, and stylish: learn more about the GNOME desktop environment
  • It’s stable and fast: usually loads in less than a minute on modern computers.
  • It has no major viruses! Ubuntu is immune to computer-crashing Windows viruses. Say goodbye to Blue Screens of Death!
  • It’s up-to-date: Canonical releases new versions of Ubuntu every six months and also brings you regular updates for free.
  • It is supported: you can get all the support and advice you need from the global FOSS community and Canonical.
  • Among Linux operating systems, Ubuntu is the most supported.

Ubuntu Releases


Every operating system relies on a different approach to assigning version numbers and creating code names. Ubuntu’s method may look strange at first, but it’s actually really simple.

Version Numbers

Canonical ships new versions of Ubuntu every six months, in April and October. Each Ubuntu release has a version number that contains the year and month of its release. This guide, for example, discusses the latest version of Ubuntu: 17.10, released in October of 2017. The next scheduled release of Ubuntu, version 18.04, will be in April of 2018. The one after that will be 18.10 in October of 2018, and so on.

Code Names

In addition to version numbers, Ubuntu releases are also given alliterative code names using an adjective and an animal. The code name for Ubuntu 17.10 is Artful Aardvark. It comes after Zesty Zapus (17.04), which completed the alphabet earlier this year.

Long Term Support Releases

One of the great features of Ubuntu is that it is supported within a structured time frame. New versions of the operating system are released every six months and receive supported from Canonical for 18 months. These versions are referred to as normal releases.

In addition to normal releases, Canonical develops Long Term Support (LTS) releases. These versions come approximately every two years (if on schedule) and get three years of support. 

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