All the version releases of Ubuntu (Linux OS)

Here is a list of all the major releases of Ubuntu, along with their release date and codename:

1. Ubuntu 4.10 (Warty Warthog) - October 20, 2004
2. Ubuntu 5.04 (Hoary Hedgehog) - April 8, 2005
3. Ubuntu 5.10 (Breezy Badger) - October 13, 2005
4. Ubuntu 6.06 LTS (Dapper Drake) - June 1, 2006
5. Ubuntu 6.10 (Edgy Eft) - October 26, 2006
6. Ubuntu 7.04 (Feisty Fawn) - April 19, 2007
7. Ubuntu 7.10 (Gutsy Gibbon) - October 18, 2007
8. Ubuntu 8.04 LTS (Hardy Heron) - April 24, 2008
9. Ubuntu 8.10 (Intrepid Ibex) - October 30, 2008
10. Ubuntu 9.04 (Jaunty Jackalope) - April 23, 2009
11. Ubuntu 9.10 (Karmic Koala) - October 29, 2009
12. Ubuntu 10.04 LTS (Lucid Lynx) - April 29, 2010
13. Ubuntu 10.10 (Maverick Meerkat) - October 10, 2010
14. Ubuntu 11.04 (Natty Narwhal) - April 28, 2011
15. Ubuntu 11.10 (Oneiric Ocelot) - October 13, 2011
16. Ubuntu 12.04 LTS (Precise Pangolin) - April 26, 2012
17. Ubuntu 12.10 (Quantal Quetzal) - October 18, 2012
18. Ubuntu 13.04 (Raring Ringtail) - April 25, 2013
19. Ubuntu 13.10 (Saucy Salamander) - October 17, 2013
20. Ubuntu 14.04 LTS (Trusty Tahr) - April 17, 2014
21. Ubuntu 14.10 (Utopic Unicorn) - October 23, 2014
22. Ubuntu 15.04 (Vivid Vervet) - April 23, 2015
23. Ubuntu 15.10 (Wily Werewolf) - October 22, 2015
24. Ubuntu 16.04 LTS (Xenial Xerus) - April 21, 2016
25. Ubuntu 16.10 (Yakkety Yak) - October 13, 2016
26. Ubuntu 17.04 (Zesty Zapus) - April 13, 2017
27. Ubuntu 17.10 (Artful Aardvark) - October 19, 2017
28. Ubuntu 18.04 LTS (Bionic Beaver) - April 26, 2018
29. Ubuntu 18.10 (Cosmic Cuttlefish) - October 18, 2018
30. Ubuntu 19.04 (Disco Dingo) - April 18, 2019
31. Ubuntu 19.10 (Eoan Ermine) - October 17, 2019
32. Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (Focal Fossa) - April 23, 2020
33. Ubuntu 20.10 (Groovy Gorilla) - October 22

How to install Ubuntu Operating System in computer step by step

 

Here are the general steps to install Ubuntu on a computer:

1.   Download the Ubuntu installation ISO file from the official Ubuntu website.

2.   Create a bootable USB drive or DVD with the Ubuntu ISO file. You can use software like Rufus or Etcher to create a bootable USB drive or burn the ISO to a DVD.

3.   Insert the bootable USB drive or DVD into your computer and restart the computer.

4.   Depending on your computer, you may need to press a key (like F12) to bring up the boot menu and select the USB drive or DVD as the boot device. If you're not sure which key to press, you can check your computer's manual or do a quick search online for your specific model.

5.   Once the Ubuntu installation screen appears, select your language and click "Install Ubuntu."

6.   Follow the on-screen instructions to select your time zone, keyboard layout, and network settings.

7.   When you get to the "Installation type" screen, choose either "Erase disk and install Ubuntu" or "Install Ubuntu alongside [existing operating system]." If you choose to erase the disk, make sure you've backed up any important data before proceeding.

8.   Follow the on-screen prompts to create a username and password for your account.

9.   Click "Install" and wait for the installation process to complete. This can take anywhere from 10-30 minutes, depending on the speed of your computer and the size of the installation.

10.                     Once the installation is complete, remove the USB drive or DVD and restart your computer.

11.                     Ubuntu should now be installed and ready to use!

Note that these steps are general guidelines and may vary slightly depending on your computer's hardware and specific installation requirements. It's always a good idea to refer to the official Ubuntu documentation for more detailed instructions.

Ubuntu Operating system information

 

Ubuntu is a popular open-source Linux-based operating system that is designed to be easy to use and customize. It is developed and maintained by Canonical Ltd. Ubuntu is based on the Debian architecture and uses the GNOME desktop environment.

Ubuntu is known for its ease of use and its focus on usability, security, and stability. It comes with a wide range of pre-installed software, including web browsers, email clients, office applications, media players, and more. It also includes a Software Center that allows users to easily find and install additional software.

Ubuntu releases new versions every six months, with long-term support (LTS) versions released every two years. LTS versions receive support and updates for five years, while regular releases receive support for nine months.

Ubuntu is available in multiple editions, including desktop, server, and cloud versions. The desktop version is designed for personal computers and laptops, while the server version is designed for use on servers. The cloud version is designed for use on cloud computing platforms, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure.

September 2021, the latest version of Ubuntu is Ubuntu 21.10 (Impish Indri), which was released on October 14, 2021. However, there are also long-term support (LTS) versions that are supported for a longer period of time. As of September 2021, the current LTS version is Ubuntu 20.04.3 LTS (Focal Fossa), which will be supported with security updates until April 2025.