Ubuntu 24.04, also called "Noble Numbat", was released to the public on April 25, 2024. This is an LTS (Long Term Support) version of Ubuntu that will be supported for a period of 5 years. The Linux kernel version is 6.8, which provides support for the latest hardware components and devices.
Ubuntu 24.04 includes Python 3.12, Ruby 3.2, PHP 8.3 and Go 1.22 with additional focus dedicated to the developer experience for .NET, Java and Rust.
Ubuntu was created by Canonical Ltd., which provides commercial support for Ubuntu and other Linux products. This means that Ubuntu is suitable for users who need an operating system that is easy to use but also has professional support.