This long-term support release brings the latest educational software updates, a newer kernel, and all the underlying power of Noble Numbat, supported until April 2029.
In this guide, we’ll show you how to upgrade using the terminal command line or the graphical update manager. Let’s get started!
Want to explore what’s new first? Check out our Edubuntu 24.04 LTS overview and download page.
⚠️ Essential Pre-Upgrade Checklist for Educational Environments
- Back Up Educational Data: Ensure student work, lesson plans, and educational configurations are backed up.
- Schedule Downtime: Plan the upgrade during non-instructional hours to avoid disrupting classes.
- Ensure Stable Internet Connection: The upgrade will download educational packages and dependencies.
- Document LTSP Configurations: If using thin clients, note your current LTSP settings for quick restoration.
How to Upgrade to Edubuntu 24.04 LTS
Method 1: Using the Terminal (Command Line – Recommended)
Follow these steps for a safe terminal upgrade:
- Ensure no educational sessions are active on the system.
- Open your terminal.
- Update your package list and upgrade all installed packages:
sudo apt update && sudo apt full-upgrade
Reboot your computer if the kernel or critical system libraries were updated.
- Install the `update-manager-core` package if it’s not already present:
sudo apt install update-manager-core
- Start the upgrade process:
sudo do-release-upgrade
- Follow the on-screen prompts carefully. You will be asked to confirm package downloads, restart services, and remove obsolete packages.
- Once all steps are complete, restart your computer.
Method 2: Using the Update Manager (GUI)
Edubuntu includes a graphical upgrade option through the Update Manager:
- Open Update Manager from your applications menu.
- Ensure all current updates are installed. Reboot if prompted.
- The Update Manager should detect the new release and prompt you: “New Edubuntu release ‘24.04’ is available.”
- Click Upgrade and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Once completed, restart your computer to boot into your new Edubuntu 24.04 LTS system.
If the prompt doesn’t appear, you can try launching the upgrade tool from the terminal with the command: sudo do-release-upgrade
Video Tutorial: Upgrade to Edubuntu 24.04 LTS
Watch this step-by-step guide to see the upgrade process in action:
Edubuntu 24.04 LTS System Requirements
Ensure your system meets the requirements for optimal educational performance:
- RAM: 4 GB recommended (2 GB minimum).
- Storage: 25 GB minimum, 40 GB recommended for educational software.
- Processor: 2 GHz dual-core or better.
Edubuntu provides a comprehensive educational experience on contemporary hardware.
Need a Fresh Install Instead?
If you’re setting up a new computer lab or want to start with a clean educational environment, consider a fresh installation. You can download the Edubuntu 24.04 ISO here and follow our installation guide.
Edubuntu Resources
Poll: Your Educational Setup
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