{"id":2452,"date":"2025-04-14T15:00:44","date_gmt":"2025-04-14T15:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/serverhost.com\/blog\/meet-questing-quokka-the-official-name-for-ubuntu-25-10\/"},"modified":"2025-04-14T15:00:44","modified_gmt":"2025-04-14T15:00:44","slug":"meet-questing-quokka-the-official-name-for-ubuntu-25-10","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/serverhost.com\/blog\/meet-questing-quokka-the-official-name-for-ubuntu-25-10\/","title":{"rendered":"Meet ‘Questing Quokka’: The Official Name for Ubuntu 25.10"},"content":{"rendered":"

Drumroll, please! The codename for Ubuntu 25.10 has been officially revealed as "Questing Quokka."<\/strong> This name follows Ubuntu’s pattern of using an adjective and an animal, continuing the alphabetic theme from the previous release.<\/p>\n

Recently, Canonical hinted at this name via a playful tweet referring to it as \u201cQuizzical Quokka,\u201d though many assumed it was a lighthearted April Fools’ joke. However, the actual codename is indeed the endearing Quokka, a small wallaby known for its charming expression and friendliness, which aligns with Ubuntu’s reputation for being user-friendly.<\/p>\n

The term "Questing"<\/strong> suggests a journey or search for something, reminiscent of themes often found in video games, where exploration and adventure are key elements. This connection adds an interesting layer to the codename, especially considering the previous "Q" release was Ubuntu 12.10, which was titled "Quantal Quetzal."<\/p>\n

A Quokka<\/a><\/strong> is a small marsupial from Western Australia, celebrated for its sociable demeanor. It serves as a fitting mascot for the operating system, appealing to new users and reflecting the distro\u2019s approachable nature.<\/p>\n

Do you like the new codename? Let your thoughts be known in the comments section!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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