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The number 1 open source operating system powering millions of PCs and laptops around the world.
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Each release of Ubuntu delivers the latest applications, libraries, and toolchains. Ubuntu is a primary platform for all major IDEs, game development tools, and AI/ML software.
Ubuntu offers essential applications for web browsing, messaging, gaming, and content creation, including Firefox, Chrome, Discord, Steam, and OBS Studio, supporting all your daily computing needs.
With regular updates and built-in security features, Ubuntu prioritizes user privacy and system integrity, making it the secure choice for those who value data protection.
Ubuntu seamlessly integrates with enterprise environments. Find all the tools you need to run Ubuntu in high-security environments with an Ubuntu Pro subscription: security patching, fleet management and more. Anyone can use Ubuntu Pro for free on up to 5 machines, and enterprises can try it for free for 30 days.
Ubuntu has always been free to download, use, and share. We believe in the power of open source software; Ubuntu could not exist without its worldwide community of voluntary developers.
We partner with the world's leading hardware manufacturers to deliver an extensive range of Ubuntu certified laptops, desktops, and workstations
Certified devices benefit from bespoke optimizations and are tested for reliability and performance in our dedicated hardware labs. Whether buying pre-installed or installing on certified hardware yourself, you'll get the same device-specific optimizations.
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As a lightweight and highly efficient operating system, installing Ubuntu on older hardware can improve performance and extend the lifespan of your devices.
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In addition to devices from HP, Dell, Lenovo, and other OEMs, Ubuntu Desktop is also certified on the Raspberry Pi, delivering a rich developer experience on this powerful Arm device.
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Ubuntu Desktop empowers developers across a range of industries. From automotive and aerospace to pharmaceutical research labs, VFX houses, and academia. It's easy to manage and secure your open source stack with Canonical and Ubuntu Pro.
Get up to 15 years of security coverage and benefit from enterprise-grade security, management tooling, and extended support for developers and organisations. Ubuntu Pro Desktop is free for personal use and enterprises can try it for free for 30-days.
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The power of a full Ubuntu terminal environment on Windows with Windows Subsystem for Linux. Streamline web application development, run cutting-edge AI/ML tooling, develop cross-platform applications, and manage IT infrastructure - all without leaving Windows.
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Amazon WorkSpaces offers developers an optimized Ubuntu Desktop environment to rapidly build, test, and deploy code. Applications and data remain secured in the AWS cloud, even when your developers are working remotely.
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Community is at the heart of the Ubuntu operating system. By using Ubuntu you can benefit from the contributions of millions of users from all over the world, from direct contributions and feature designs to two decades of learning resources and troubleshooting advice.
A forum for users to ask and answer troubleshooting questions regarding Ubuntu, part of the Stack Exchange network.
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Here is where the Ubuntu developers discuss new features and progress updates and share tutorials and advice for community members who wish to get involved.
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Experience Ubuntu with different choices of default desktop environment, applications and settings, backed by the full Ubuntu archive for packages and updates.
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Download Ubuntu Desktop and replace your current operating system. It's easy to install in place of Windows, or run Ubuntu alongside it.
Ubuntu is available on a huge range of devices from the world's largest hardware manufacturers, including Dell, HP, and Lenovo.
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Get comprehensive security coverage and management tooling with 24/7 support from Canonical to cover your Ubuntu Desktop and Server deployments.
Making Linux accessible for people of all ages, languages and physical abilities is at the heart of Ubuntu’s mission and our community. Visit the trust center to view our latest Ubuntu Accessibility Conformance Report.