Ubuntu 25.04 beta, named Plucky Puffin, has launched ahead of its final release on April 17. This interim release will inherit updates from GNOME 48 and includes kernel 6.14 alongside application upgrades like LibreOffice 25.2 and GIMP 3.0. Notably, while interim releases only receive nine months of support, they are typically stable. Users are required to upgrade through each subsequent release rather than skipping versions. Canonical's strategy involves quicker adoption of newer kernels, enhancing performance and user experience with updated tools and themes.
This interim release is built on the latest kernel and includes notable application updates like LibreOffice and GIMP, contributing to a better user experience.
Canonical prioritizes using the latest Linux kernels, which enhances performance and hardware support, aligning with the fast-paced evolution in the Linux ecosystem.
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