Xubuntu
xubuntu.org
Spec sheet
- Product
- Xubuntu is a community-developed operating system described as elegant and easy to use.Read 7 Oct 2026 · xubuntu.org
- Support
- Support options include shipped and online documentation, IRC, mailing lists, Ubuntu Discourse, forums, Q&A sites, Reddit, and Telegram groups.Read 7 Oct 2026 · xubuntu.org
- Community
- Xubuntu is created by volunteers, and the project invites community participation in support, development, artwork, documentation, quality assurance, and advocacy.Read 7 Oct 2026 · xubuntu.org
- Configurable
- Xubuntu is modular and configurable to suit different needs.Read 7 Oct 2026 · xubuntu.org
- Current release
- Xubuntu 26.04 is an LTS release dated April 23, 2026, with support through April 26, 2029.Read 7 Oct 2026 · xubuntu.org
- Desktop environment
- Xubuntu 26.04 includes Xfce 4.20 updates, GNOME 49 apps, and MATE 1.28 apps.Read 7 Oct 2026 · xubuntu.org
- Download options
- Xubuntu 26.04 is offered as Desktop and Minimal images, with 64-bit torrents and direct downloads; a Minimal RISC-V 64-bit torrent is marked experimental.Read 7 Oct 2026 · xubuntu.org
- Experience
- The project describes Xubuntu as delivering a smooth, unified user experience from boot to shutdown.Read 7 Oct 2026 · xubuntu.org
- Hardware requirements
- The stated minimum is an Intel or AMD 64-bit processor, 1 GB memory, and 8.6 GB free disk space; 2 GB memory and 20 GB disk space are recommended for multiple applications and added files.Read 7 Oct 2026 · xubuntu.org
- Included software
- The 26.04 release highlights GIMP 3.2.2, LibreOffice 26.2, Mousepad 0.7.0, PipeWire 1.6.2, and GStreamer 1.28.2.Read 7 Oct 2026 · xubuntu.org
- Known issues
- The 26.04 release page reports graphical glitches in some libadwaita apps due to missing icons and an unavailable graphical SSH agent.Read 7 Oct 2026 · xubuntu.org
- Lightweight
- Xubuntu is designed to help users make the most of their machines while providing features for daily use.Read 7 Oct 2026 · xubuntu.org
- Try before installing
- The download page says users can try Xubuntu from a USB or DVD before installing, with slower performance than an installed system.Read 7 Oct 2026 · xubuntu.org
Plans and prices
Xubuntu Free Free operating system; 64-bit desktop and minimal downloads; minimum 1 GB memory and 8.6 GB disk space Read 7 Oct 2026 · xubuntu.org
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