Ubuntu 24.10 “Oracular Oriole” has officially reached its end of life as of July 10th, 2025. Users are strongly encouraged to upgrade to Ubuntu 25.04 “Plucky Puffin” to continue receiving software and security updates.
Originally released on October 10th, 2024, Ubuntu 24.10 was not a Long Term Support (LTS) release and thus was supported for only nine months. It utilized the Linux 6.11 kernel and the GNOME 47 desktop environment. Following its end of life, systems using Ubuntu 24.10 will no longer receive crucial updates, making them susceptible to various security vulnerabilities.
To safeguard your system, upgrading to Ubuntu 25.04 is highly recommended. This new release includes enhancements such as the Linux kernel 6.14, Mesa 25 graphics stack, and GNOME 48 desktop environment, offering improved performance and features.
For those currently on Ubuntu 24.10, you can follow a detailed guide on how to upgrade your system. The upgrade process is expected to take no more than 30 minutes, although it is advised to back up your important files beforehand.
Alternatively, if you prefer stability and long-term support, you may consider using Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, which boasts a support life of up to ten years.