Kubuntu 24.10 "Oracular Oriole" Released

Kubuntu 24.10 "Oracular Oriole" Released

A new release of Kubuntu is here! Kubuntu 24.10, codenamed "Oracular Oriole", has been officially released and is now available for download. This release brings a number of new features and updates, including the use of KDE Plasma 6.1 and Wayland as the default session.

In this blog post, we'll take a look at some of the key highlights of Kubuntu 24.10. We'll also provide information on how to download and upgrade to the new release.

What's New in Kubuntu 24.10

• KDE Plasma 6.1: Kubuntu 24.10 ships with the latest version of KDE Plasma, KDE Plasma 6.1. This release brings a number of new features and improvements, including a new look and feel, improved performance, and new features such as the ability to group windows together.

• Wayland as the default session: Kubuntu 24.10 now uses Wayland as the default session by default. Wayland is a next-generation display server that offers a number of advantages over the traditional X.Org server, such as improved performance and security.

• Other new features: Kubuntu 24.10 also includes a number of other new features, such as a new default wallpaper, a new default theme, and a new set of default applications.

How to Download and Upgrade to Kubuntu 24.10

There are a number of ways to download and upgrade to Kubuntu 24.10. You can download the latest ISO image from the Kubuntu website and install it on a new computer. You can also upgrade from a previous version of Kubuntu using the built-in upgrade tool.

For more information on how to download and upgrade to Kubuntu 24.10, please refer to the official Kubuntu documentation.

Disclaimer

This blog post is provided for informational purposes only. The Distrowrite Project is not affiliated with Kubuntu or its developers.