Ubuntu Desktop

Ubuntu Desktop is an open source desktop operating system built on Linux by Canonical Ltd, a company based in the United Kingdom. It ships with a broad set of pre-installed applications and follows a regular release schedule, so the system stays current on security fixes and new features. The setup suits newcomers as well as people who have used Linux for years.

As one of the most widely used Linux distributions in the world, Ubuntu has a large community behind it, and its open code makes it a European alternative to the proprietary desktop systems from American vendors. It fits anyone who wants a free operating system with predictable updates and commercial support available when it is needed.

Pricing

Ubuntu Desktop is free and open source. Canonical sells Ubuntu Pro for advanced features, security updates and support, and that subscription is free for personal use on up to five machines.