Ubuntu is a free and open-source Linux-based operating system developed by Canonical. It is designed for desktop, server, and cloud environments.
Ubuntu is based on Debian and uses the Linux kernel. The desktop edition typically features the riced GNOME desktop environment and includes a range of pre-installed applications such as a web browser, office software, and basic system utilities.
It uses the APT package management system and software repositories to install, update, and manage applications. Ubuntu follows a regular release cycle, with Long Term Support (LTS) versions receiving updates and security patches for five years.
Ubuntu is available for personal computers, servers, and virtual machines, and it supports a wide range of hardware architectures. It is released under various open-source licenses, primarily the GNU General Public License (GPL).
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