Ubuntu is a popular distribution of the Linux operating system, based on open-source software. It is one of the most popular and easily accessible options of Linux for users around the world.
My introduction to this distribution was in my teenage years when I found an online forum with information about products that were sent to you for free by mail. It was an interesting experience. I received several phone directories of European cities, samples of various random products. But the best thing that came to me was a CD with Ubuntu 8.04. That was when I started to become interested in what software really is.
I still remember the default desktop picture:
Unfortunately, after a while, Ubuntu stopped sending free discs because some fool ordered a bunch of discs and posted a video online where he throws them out of the window.
After some time, when the speed and price of the internet improved, the need for CDs/DVDs disappeared. Now ISO image can be downloaded in a matter of minutes from the official Ubuntu website. But it was a cool initiative for distributing free software.
Ubuntu was developed with the aim of creating a free, open, and simple operating system that could replace existing commercial operating systems. It allows users to use and customize their computers with complete freedom and has an active community of developers who support and improve the system.
One of the key features of Ubuntu is its simple and intuitive interface, which allows even new users to quickly master the system. It has a large number of popular programs and applications, such as office suites, web browsers, multimedia tools, and more, enabling users to fully utilize their computers.
Additionally, Ubuntu is actively supported by a community of developers that provide updates, support, and security for the system. Users can receive software updates, including security patches and new features, which keeps the system up to date.
Ubuntu is also used in various fields, including home computers, laptops, servers, cloud infrastructures, and embedded systems. It offers versatility, stability, and security, making it a choice for a wide range of users.
Note that Ubuntu is discontinuing support for 32-bit architecture and is focusing on 64-bit.
It used to be very difficult to run games on Ubuntu. In recent years, this has improved significantly.
I switched to Mac for work many years ago. But I installed Ubuntu Desktop on my mom's laptop. She was an office worker for some time and used Windows. She was more than satisfied that Ubuntu was installed on her home laptop. Problems like viruses disappeared.
Ubuntu is an operating system that has all the basic functionality for an average user. And for a professional user, it won't be a problem to upgrade anything.
