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The open source desktop operating system that powers millions of PCs and laptops around the world. Find out more about Ubuntu's features and how we support developers and organisations below.
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The latest LTS version of Ubuntu, for desktop PCs and laptops. LTS stands for long-term support — which means five years of free security and maintenance updates, extended up to 15 years with Ubuntu Pro.
Intel or AMD 64-bit architecture
ARM 64-bit architecture
For other versions of Ubuntu Desktop including torrents, the network installer, a list of local mirrors, and past releases check out our alternative downloads.
To install or try Ubuntu Desktop:
The latest version of the Ubuntu operating system for desktop PCs and laptops, Ubuntu 26.10 comes with nine months of security and maintenance updates, until July 2027.
Intel or AMD 64-bit architecture
ARM 64-bit architecture
Arm64 images on Snapdragon X1 laptops have a known issue making the embedded keyboard unusable. Users are advised to perform the installation with an external USB keyboard plugged in. A fix will be released through the regular update mechanism.
For other versions of Ubuntu Desktop including torrents, the network installer, a list of local mirrors, and past releases check out our alternative downloads.
To install or try Ubuntu Desktop:
Follow this tutorial to install Ubuntu Desktop on your laptop or PC.
You can also run Ubuntu from a USB to try it without installing.
Run Ubuntu Desktop using VirtualBox. A quick start guide that will work across any operating system.
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Ubuntu Pro Desktop is a comprehensive subscription delivering enterprise-grade security, management tooling, and up to 15 years of maintenance and extended support for developers and organizations. Ubuntu Pro Desktop is free for personal use on up to five machines.
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