Shortly after the release of 21.10, the next release is announced on the launchpad. The next long-term support release, Ubuntu 22.04 will be codenamed Jammy Jellyfish. Jammy means to be filled with jam or something that has a consistency similar to jam. In the UK, the word jammy is also used for “very good” or “very lucky” informally.
What to expect
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS will be the long-term support release of the popular Linux distribution which will be released in April of 2022. It is too early for an official announcement but it is expected to come with GNOME 41 desktop or later. Ubuntu 22.04 is also expected to feature a new kernel, new drivers, and updated apps. In the next release, Firefox will be available as a Snap app, as its repo build is retired.
Jellyfish is a sea creature with a clear body that may sting you (put poison into your skin) according to the Cambridge Dictionary.
To be able to test a beta release, we will probably have to wait a few months. Until April of 2022, you can download and try the latest release, Ubuntu 21.10, or you can continue with the latest long-term support release, Ubuntu 21.04.
FAQ
What is the latest version of Ubuntu?
The latest LTS version of Ubuntu is 22.04, also known as "Jammy Jellyfish" and it was released on 21 April 2022. Ubuntu 22.04 will be supported until 2027.
What are the system requirements for Ubuntu?
The latest version of Ubuntu's system requirements are:
- 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
Can Ubuntu run on older hardware?
If you have the above requirements, you can run Ubuntu. We do not recommend using the latest version of Ubuntu for older hardware, but you can try older versions of Ubuntu.
Can I run Ubuntu on a virtual machine?
Yes, you can install and use Ubuntu in virtual machines like VMWare or VirtualBox.
How do I enable Ubuntu on Windows 10?
To enable Ubuntu on Windows 10, you should be using at least Windows build 1709. Then you should enable Windows Subsystem for Linux from the Windows Features interface. Now you can download and install Ubuntu from Microsoft Store.
Can Ubuntu be installed on a virtual machine?
Yes, Ubuntu can be installed on a virtual machine. A virtual machine (VM) allows you to run an operating system within another operating system. This means that you can install Ubuntu on a virtual machine and run it on top of your current operating system, without the need to replace it or partition your hard drive. To install Ubuntu on VMWare, you can refer to our article: How to create VM and install a Linux distro on VMWare Workstation