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Ubuntu 20.04 LTS ships the Linux 5.4 kernel release. This brings improved hardware support (among other features). Ubuntu developers have also enabled support for WireGuard (the secure VPN technology) and integration with Livepatch (for reboot-free kernel updates). Developers will also appreciate the inclusion of refreshed toolchain offering, among others, glibc 2.31, OpenJDK 11, Python 3.8.2, php 7.4, perl 5.30, and golang 1.13. The default kernel and initramfs compression algorithm has changed to lz4 to deliver much faster boot times. And, in keeping with other Linux distros, Focal now shows your computers OEM logo on the boot splash in an effort to deliver a flicker free boot experience: Ubuntu removed the Amazon web launcher from all Ubuntu install images earlier this year, including the Focal Fossa. This about-turn means that no Amazon app pre-installed in Ubuntu any version any more. A small change, but one many users will find reassuring. The Ubuntu Software store remains the go-to place to find new apps, but for this release its shipping as a Snap app. This doesnt affect things greatly as its still the same underlying tool based on GNOME Software, but packaged in the Snap format. Ubuntu 18.04 introduced Snap versions of the Calculator, Characters and Logs tools, but for this LTS they been removed and replaced with the respective apt versions. All of the goodies offered up in the recent GNOME 3.36 release are present in 20.04. This includes a new do not disturb toggle; a visible suspend option in the Status Menu; and improved handling of App Folders in the Applications screen: Run & try in memory (Live) without making any changes to your current set up, install as a dual boot alongside your current Windows installation or install as your sole Operating system No License is required, NO COA (lol) Install on as many computers as you wish.
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