Pop!_OS 24.04 LTS
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Description
Pop!_OS is an Ubuntu-based desktop distribution developed by System76 with a focus on productivity, hardware support and gaming. Pop!_OS 24.04 LTS introduces the Rust-based COSMIC desktop and supplies separate images for generic, recent NVIDIA and ARM64 systems.
Who is Pop!_OS for?
Pop!_OS is primarily suited to people moving from Windows or trying Linux for the first time; daily desktop use, study, web browsing and productivity. Before choosing it, compare the current release lifecycle with the length of support required for the machine. This distribution is based on ubuntu, which influences package formats, repositories and much of the available documentation. The listed desktop environment is COSMIC; confirm its memory, graphics and accessibility requirements on the official project site. The best choice depends on hardware support, preferred software, update policy and the amount of system administration the user wants to perform.
Before installing
Read the release notes and installation guide before downloading. Select an image that matches the processor architecture and intended use: desktop, server, live media, virtual machine or another published edition. Test Wi-Fi, graphics, audio, storage and suspend from live media when that option is available. Back up important files before repartitioning, encryption changes or dual-boot installation. Download from an official project page or mirror, compare the published SHA-256 checksum, and verify a signed checksum when the project provides one. After installation, apply updates before adding third-party repositories or drivers.
Advantages
- Designed to provide an approachable installation and everyday desktop experience.
- Benefits from the package ecosystem and documentation associated with its ubuntu lineage.
Limitations
- Hardware support, upgrade policy and available editions should be confirmed in the current official documentation.
Distribution details
- System type
- linux_distribution
- Based on
- ubuntu
- Desktop
- COSMIC
- Updates
- Long-term support (LTS)
- Categories
- desktop, beginner
Installation requirements
- Architectures
- x86_64arm64
- Memory
- Not yet verified
- Storage
- Not yet verified
- Firmware
- Consult the installation guide
Requirements vary by desktop edition and installer. Confirm graphics, firmware, memory and free-space requirements in the current official installation guide.
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