How to upgrade to Ubuntu Linux 18.04
Soon, Ubuntu 18.04, aka the Bionic Beaver, and Canonical's next long-term support version of its popular Linux distribution will be out. That means it's about time to consider how to upgrade to the latest and greatest Ubuntu Linux. First, keep in mind that this Ubuntu will not look or feel like the last few versions. That's because Ubuntu is moving back to GNOME for its default desktop from Unity. The difference isn't that big, but if you're already comfortable with what you're running, you may want to wait a while before switching over. Eager to make the move? Well, before starting, you should backup your existing Ubuntu desktop. There are many ways to backup Ubuntu. My favorites for complete system backups are Ubuntu's default Déjà Dup and CloneZilla. Whichever method you use, you should also check the restore to make certain your backup is good. Next, if you want to do this from the GUI, take the following steps: * Open the "Software ...