The latest LTS version of Ubuntu, for desktopPCs and laptops. LTS stands for long-term support — which means five years of free security andmaintenance updates, extended up to 12 years with Ubuntu Pro.
Download 24.04.1 LTS 5.8GB
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New Desktop installer with support for autoinstallNew App Center and Firmware Updater applicationsGNOME 46 with support for quarter screen tilingAdvanced Active Directory Group Policy Object support for Ubuntu Pro usersExperimental support for TPM-backed Full Disc Encryption and ZFS encryptionDeep dive › Release notes ›2 GHz dual-core processor or better4 GB system memory25 GB of free hard drive spaceEither a USB port or a DVD drive for the installer mediaInternet access is helpfulTo install or try Ubuntu Desktop:
Download the ISO image Create a bootable USB flash drive with balenaEtcher or similarBoot your laptop or PC from the USB flash driveFollow the step-by-step tutorial ›