Ubuntu, one of the most popular Linux distributions, just released its latest version — Ubuntu 24.10 ‘Oracular Oriole.’ This is the second update for 2024, six months after Ubuntu 24.04 LTS ‘Noble Numbat’ and following Canonical’s usual release schedule. However, given that this is the first update following an LTS (or Long-Term Support) update, we expect several new features.
The most significant change, as OMG! Ubuntu notes that ARM64 devices now use GNOME Initial Setup, which offers a cleaner, slicker way of setting up the operating system after the first install. When I set up Ubuntu 24.10 in a virtual machine in my MacBook Air, it felt easier to install and use than my MacBook and Windows laptops. We also get updated dialog boxes that adjust based on the Windows aspect ratio, making it useful for portrait devices like smartphones and tablets.
