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- Boot
- Minimal
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- Ubuntu Cloud ›
- Ubuntu flavours ›
- Ubuntu for IoT ›
- Alternative downloads
- Professional support for Ubuntu
- Detailed documentation
- Helping hands
- Download Ubuntu Desktop
- Ubuntu 22.04.2 LTS
- Ubuntu 23.04
- How to install Ubuntu Desktop
- Install Ubuntu Desktop
- How to run Ubuntu Desktop on a virtual machine using VirtualBox
- How to install Ubuntu Desktop on Raspberry Pi 4
- Upgrade Ubuntu Desktop
- Certified on hundreds of devices
- Secure enterprise management with Ubuntu Pro Desktop
- Ubuntu VMs on Linux, Mac or Windows
- Mini-clouds on desktops with Multipass
- Access the Linux Terminal on Windows with Ubuntu WSL
- Run system containers with LXD
- Help is always at hand
- Linux Mint 21.2 «Victoria»
- Cinnamon Edition
- MATE Edition
- Xfce Edition
- Cinnamon «EDGE» Edition
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As you download and use Rocky, the Rocky Enterprise Software Foundation invites you to be a part of the community as a contributor. There are many ways to contribute to the project, from documentation, QA, and testing to coding changes for SIGs, providing mirroring or hosting, and helping other users.
What’s the difference between the ISOs?
Various installation images are available for installing Rocky. Which image you need to download depends on your installation environment and use-case.
Boot
Used to install the operating system from another source (such as a HTTP repository of the binary files). Can also be used to enter Rescue Mode.
Minimal
Used to install the operating system from another source (such as a HTTP repository of the binary files). Can also be used to enter Rescue Mode.
DVD
A full installation that contains the BaseOS and AppStream repositories and allows you to complete the installation without additional repositories. Installing Rocky from the DVD ISO is the easiest and most common method of performing a standard Rocky 8 installation.
Export Compliance/Customs Information
By downloading Rocky software, you acknowledge that you understand all of the following: Rocky software and technical information may be subject to the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (the “EAR”) and other U.S. and foreign laws and may not be exported, re-exported or transferred (a) to a prohibited destination country under the EAR or U.S. sanctions regulations (currently Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, and the Crimea Region of Ukraine, subject to change as posted by the United States government); (b) to any prohibited destination or to any end user who has been prohibited from participating in U.S. export transactions by any federal agency of the U.S. government; or (c) for use in connection with the design, development or production of nuclear, chemical or biological weapons, or rocket systems, space launch vehicles, or sounding rockets, or unmanned air vehicle systems.
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Fast, free and full of new features. The latest release of Ubuntu Desktop delivers new tools and enhancements for developers, creators, gamers and administrators.
Download Ubuntu Desktop and replace your current operating system or run Ubuntu alongside it.
Do you want to upgrade? Follow our simple guide
Using Ubuntu in virtual machines? For a mini-cloud of instant Ubuntu VMs on Linux, Windows or macOS.
Try Multipass
Use the Ubuntu terminal and run Linux applications on Windows.
Enable Ubuntu on Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) ›
Ubuntu Server ›
Whether you want to configure a simple file server or build a fifty thousand-node cloud, you can rely on Ubuntu Server and its five years of free updates.
Ubuntu Cloud ›
Ubuntu is the reference OS for OpenStack. Try Canonical OpenStack on a single machine or start building a production cloud on a cluster — just add servers.
Ubuntu flavours ›
Ubuntu flavours offer a unique way to experience Ubuntu with different choices of default applications and settings, backed by the full Ubuntu archive for packages and updates.
Ubuntu for IoT ›
Are you a developer who wants to try snappy Ubuntu Core? The new, transactionally updated Ubuntu for clouds and devices.
Alternative downloads
There are several other ways to get Ubuntu including torrents, which can potentially mean a quicker download, our network installer for older systems and special configurations and links to our regional mirrors for our older (and newer) releases.
Professional support for Ubuntu
Get professional support for Ubuntu from Canonical. We help organisations around the world to manage their Ubuntu cloud, server and desktop deployments.
Detailed documentation
Helping hands
If you get stuck, help is always at hand.
© 2023 Canonical Ltd. Ubuntu and Canonical are registered trademarks of Canonical Ltd.
Download Ubuntu Desktop
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.
Ubuntu 22.04.2 LTS
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, guaranteed until April 2027.
Recommended system requirements:
- 2 GHz dual-core processor or better
- 4 GB system memory
- 25 GB of free hard drive space
- Internet access is helpful
- Either a DVD drive or a USB port for the installer media
For other versions of Ubuntu Desktop including torrents, the network installer, a list of local mirrors and past releases see our alternative downloads.
Ubuntu 23.04
The latest version of the Ubuntu operating system for desktop PCs and laptops, Ubuntu 23.04 comes with nine months of security and maintenance updates, until January 2024.
Recommended system requirements are the same as for Ubuntu 22.04 LTS.
For other versions of Ubuntu Desktop including torrents, the network installer, a list of local mirrors and past releases see our alternative downloads.
How to install Ubuntu Desktop
Install 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 it on your machine.
How to run Ubuntu Desktop on a virtual machine using VirtualBox
Learn how to run Ubuntu Desktop on any operating system using VirtualBox. Set up a virtual machine with this quick start guide.
How to install Ubuntu Desktop on Raspberry Pi 4
Read the complete guide to installing Ubuntu Desktop on a Raspberry Pi 4 (2GB or above).
Upgrade Ubuntu Desktop
If you’re already running Ubuntu, you can upgrade in a few clicks from the Software Updater.
Discover how with this quick tutorial.
Certified on hundreds of devices
Many of the world’s biggest PC manufacturers certify their laptops and desktops for Ubuntu, from ultra-portable laptops to high-end workstations. Ubuntu certified hardware has passed our extensive testing and review process, ensuring that Ubuntu runs well out-of-the-box. Our partners also offer select devices preloaded with optimised Ubuntu images.
Secure enterprise management with Ubuntu Pro Desktop
Ubuntu Pro Desktop is a comprehensive subscription delivering enterprise-grade security, management tooling, and extended support for developers and organisations. Ubuntu Pro Desktop is free for personal use on up to five machines.
- Security updates for the full open source stack
- Advanced Active Directory and LDAP integration
- Estate monitoring and management
- FIPS 140-2 certified modules and CIS hardening
- Minimise rolling reboots with Kernel Livepatch
- Optional weekday or 24×7 support tiers
For more information, download our whitepaper:
Ubuntu VMs on Linux, Mac
or Windows
Mini-clouds on desktops with Multipass
With Multipass you can download, configure, and control Ubuntu Server virtual machines with the latest updates preinstalled. Set up a mini-cloud on your Linux, Windows, or macOS system.
Access the Linux Terminal on Windows with Ubuntu WSL
For a more integrated environment, activate Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) to run Linux applications and workflows while developing cross-platform on your Windows machine.
You can download Ubuntu directly from the Microsoft Store.
Run system containers with LXD
When running Linux on Linux, consider LXD system containers instead of VMs for optimizing resources. LXD runs a full OS inside containers, providing all the benefits of a VM without the usual overhead.
Help is always at hand
Join our global community for support and tips on how to get started with Ubuntu.
Linux Mint 21.2 «Victoria»
Linux Mint is available in different flavors. Choose an edition below.
For more information read the installation instructions.
Cinnamon Edition
The most popular version of Linux Mint is the Cinnamon edition. Cinnamon is primarily developed for and by Linux Mint. It is slick, beautiful, and full of new features.
MATE Edition
Linux Mint is also involved in the development of MATE, a classic desktop environment which is the continuation of GNOME 2, Linux Mint’s default desktop between 2006 and 2011. Although it misses a few features and its development is slower than Cinnamon’s, MATE runs faster, uses fewer resources and is more stable than Cinnamon.
Xfce Edition
Xfce is a lightweight desktop environment. It doesn’t support as many features as Cinnamon or MATE, but it’s extremely stable and very light on resource usage.
Cinnamon «EDGE» Edition
An «EDGE» ISO image is also available for the Cinnamon edition. This image ships with a newer kernel to be able to support the latest hardware chipsets. If you cannot boot the regular editions, we recommend you try the «EDGE» ISO instead.
Thanks to your donations and advertising Linux Mint is completely free of charge. We hope you’ll enjoy using it as much as we enjoy working on it.