Tech riderRev. 23 Sept 2026
Lubuntu
- 1Runs onLinux
- 2CostsNot stated by the maker
- 3Device typesDesktop PCs and laptops; project homepage also mentions Raspberry Pi
- 4Support lifecycleLTS releases are supported for three years; interim releases for nine months. Lubuntu 26.04 LTS is listed as supported until April 2029.
- 5App compatibilityDiscover Software Center for installing applications; supports common file formats including documents, images, audio, and video
- 6Deployment modelsInstallable desktop operating system; downloadable desktop ISO image
5 lines stated Written from the maker's own pages: lubuntu.me
Overview
Lubuntu is ranked #36 of 45 in operating systems on Specifiction. It runs on Linux.
Compared on operating systems
- Free plan
- Yeslubuntu.me
- Device types
- Desktop PCs and laptops; project homepage also mentions Raspberry Pilubuntu.me
- Support lifecycle
- LTS releases are supported for three years; interim releases for nine months. Lubuntu 26.04 LTS is listed as supported until April 2029.lubuntu.me
- App compatibility
- Discover Software Center for installing applications; supports common file formats including documents, images, audio, and videolubuntu.me
- Deployment models
- Installable desktop operating system; downloadable desktop ISO imagelubuntu.me
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Where it ranks on Specifiction
- Best Operating Systems in 2026#36 of 45
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