Ubuntu 18.04, Bionic Beaver, is Officially Released

Canonical, the lead commercial sponsor behind the Ubuntu Linux distribution, officially released Ubuntu 18.04, the Bionic Beaver, on April 26. This is the first Long Term Support (LTS) Ubuntu release since the launch of Ubuntu 16.04 Xenial Xerus in 2016.

1. When was Ubuntu Bionic released?
2. Is Ubuntu 18.04 still supported?
3. What is the current Ubuntu release?
4. How long will Ubuntu 18.04 be supported?
5. What is the most stable Ubuntu version?
6. How do I know if my Ubuntu is Xenial or bionic?
7. What happens when Ubuntu support ends?
8. Is Ubuntu good for daily use?
9. What is Ubuntu Bionic?
10. Should I use Ubuntu LTS or latest?
11. Is Ubuntu any good?
12. What is Xenial Ubuntu?

When was Ubuntu Bionic released?

Current

Is Ubuntu 18.04 still supported?

Support lifespan

The 'main' archive of Ubuntu 18.04 LTS will be supported for 5 years until April 2023. Ubuntu 18.04 LTS will be supported for 5 years for Ubuntu Desktop, Ubuntu Server, and Ubuntu Core. Ubuntu Studio 18.04 will be supported for 9 months. All other flavors will be supported for 3 years.

What is the current Ubuntu release?

The latest LTS version of Ubuntu is Ubuntu 20.04 LTS “Focal Fossa,” which was released on April 23, 2020. Canonical releases new stable versions of Ubuntu every six months, and new Long Term Support versions every two years. The latest non-LTS version of Ubuntu is Ubuntu 20.10 “Groovy Gorilla.”

How long will Ubuntu 18.04 be supported?

Long term support and interim releases

What is the most stable Ubuntu version?

16.04 LTS was the last stable version. 18.04 LTS is the current stable version. 20.04 LTS will be the next stable version.

How do I know if my Ubuntu is Xenial or bionic?

Check Ubuntu version in Linux

1. Open the terminal application (bash shell) by pressing Ctrl+Alt+T.
2. For remote server login using the ssh: ssh user@server-name.
3. Type any one of the following command to find os name and version in Ubuntu: cat /etc/os-release. lsb_release -a. ...
4. Type the following command to find Ubuntu Linux kernel version: uname -r.

What happens when Ubuntu support ends?

When the support period expires, you will not get any security updates. You will not be able to install any new software from repositories. You can always upgrade your system to a newer release, or install a new supported system if the upgrade is not available.

Is Ubuntu good for daily use?

The main advantages of Ubuntu are, that it is easy to install and fairly stable in daily use. Stuff like being well-known, popular and easy to use are no real advantages over other options.

What is Ubuntu Bionic?

Bionic Beaver is the Ubuntu codename for version 18.04 of the Ubuntu Linux-based operating system. ... 10) release and serves as a Long Term Support (LTS) release for Ubuntu, which will be supported for five years as opposed to nine months for non-LTS editions.

Should I use Ubuntu LTS or latest?

Even if you want to play the latest Linux games, the LTS version is good enough — in fact, it is preferred. Ubuntu rolled out updates to the LTS version so that Steam would work better on it. The LTS version is far from stagnant — your software will work just fine on it.

Is Ubuntu any good?

Overall, both Windows 10 and Ubuntu are fantastic operating systems, each with their own strengths and weaknesses, and it's great that we have the choice. Windows has always been the default operating system of choice, but there are plenty of reasons to consider a switch to Ubuntu, too.

What is Xenial Ubuntu?

Xenial Xerus is the Ubuntu codename for version 16.04 of the Ubuntu Linux-based operating system. ... Ubuntu 16.04 also retires the Ubuntu Software Center, discontinues sending your desktop searches over the Internet by default, moves Unity s dock to the bottom of the computer screen and more.