Category: Ubuntu 25.10
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Ubuntu 25.10 Introduces x86-64-v3 Architecture Variant Packages: A Game Changer for Performance
Ubuntu has introduced an x86-64-v3 architecture variant for Ubuntu 25.10, enhancing its build infrastructure to support optimized packages specifically compiled for this more modern architecture level. As explained by Canonical’s Michael Hudson-Doyle, this initiative allows the creation of multiple package versions to target the x86-64-v3 architecture. Starting with Ubuntu 25.10, more than 2000 packages are…
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Upgrade Guide: Transitioning from Ubuntu 25.04 to Ubuntu 25.10
As of October 29, 2025, Canonical has officially opened the upgrade pathway for users of Ubuntu 25.04 (Plucky Puffin) to upgrade to the latest version, Ubuntu 25.10 (Questing Quokka). Although Ubuntu 25.10 was released on October 9, the upgrade option had not been accessible until now. Prior to this, it was possible to force an…
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A Step-by-Step Guide to Upgrading from Ubuntu 25.04 to 25.10
Ubuntu 25.10, dubbed ‘Questing Quokka,’ has been released, allowing users running Ubuntu 25.04 to upgrade directly without needing to download an ISO for a clean installation. This upgrade is particularly important since support for Ubuntu 25.04 will conclude in January 2026, necessitating an upgrade to continue receiving crucial security updates and bug fixes. Requirements for…
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How to Execute Scripts and Commands at Login in Ubuntu 25.10
Ubuntu 25.10 has discontinued the Startup Applications utility, but users can still configure applications, scripts, and commands to launch at login, though the process has become a bit more complex. The GNOME desktop’s integrated settings now allow users to easily autostart applications through a toggle found in the Settings > Applications menu. However, this convenient…
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Ubuntu 25.10 Automatic Update Checks Affected by Rust Bug: What You Need to Know
Ubuntu’s integration of Rust-based coreutils in version 25.10 has faced challenges, highlighted by a bug that disrupted automatic update checks across all environments including desktops, servers, and cloud instances. This issue stemmed from a malfunction in the date command, which is essential for the unattended-upgrades process that checks for software updates. Canonical’s Julian Andres Klode…
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Understanding Dracut in Ubuntu 25.10: Importance and Implications
Ubuntu 25.10 has made a transition to using Dracut for its boot system, a change that may go unnoticed by the average user. While new installations of Ubuntu 25.10 will utilize Dracut, those upgrading from earlier versions will continue to use the existing boot system. This shift is significant because it replaces the long-standing initramfs-tools,…
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When Can You Expect to Upgrade to Ubuntu 25.10? Here’s What You Need to Know!
Ubuntu 25.10 has been made available for download as of October 9, but users on Ubuntu 25.04 may have noticed they haven’t received an upgrade notification yet. Canonical’s Matthieu Clemenceau announced that upgrades from version 25.04 (Plucky) to version 25.10 (Questing) are expected to be enabled “on or before October 23rd.” While it might be…
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Ubuntu 25.10 Official Flavors Now Ready for Download: Discover What’s New!
As part of the recent release of Ubuntu 25.10 (Questing Quokka), all official flavors have been updated to include new features and improvements. These flavors consist of Kubuntu, Xubuntu, Lubuntu, Ubuntu Studio, Ubuntu Cinnamon, Ubuntu Budgie, Edubuntu, Ubuntu MATE, and Ubuntu Kylin. Each flavor is powered by Linux kernel 6.17 and contains updated core components…
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Exploring the Exciting New Features of Ubuntu 25.10
Ubuntu 25.10, released on October 9, 2025, introduces numerous improvements and enhancements under its theme, ‘Questing Quokka’. This version features not just cosmetic tweaks but substantial foundational changes aimed at enhancing user experience and system performance. GNOME 49 Desktop The upgrade to GNOME 49 brings a variety of useful changes aimed at improving daily operations…
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Troubleshooting GNOME Screenshot App Issues in GNOME 49: Common Problems and Solutions
The GNOME Screenshot app has ceased to function in Ubuntu 25.10 with GNOME 49, and this change is an intentional decision rather than a bug. The app’s removal of access to the private screen capture API was made due to the existence of a built-in screenshot feature in GNOME Shell, which was introduced in 2022.…
