Ubuntu Core goes desktop with an immutable Snap-based build planned for next year

Ubuntu Core developer, Oliver Grawert, has revealed (in a comment of an OMG! Ubuntu's article) that the next long-term support release of Ubuntu will be available in two versions. The first version will be the classic, deb-based version, which will be the default. The second version will be an immutable, snap-based build. This is the first time that Ubuntu Core will be available as a desktop product.

Ubuntu Core was launched in 2015 as a snap-based, immutable version of Ubuntu that was tailored to IoT, embedded devices, and other non-desktop purposes. The product has been fairly successful, but until now, it was not available as a desktop product.

Users on Reddit have spotted a GitHub repository named ubuntu-core-desktop, indicating that the project is well underway. Immutable Linux distributions, such as Fedora Silverblue, NixOS, and Vanilla OS, are a trend in the industry. They offer several benefits over traditional operating systems, including better security and reliability, transactional updates, and easy rollback of changes.

The new release of Ubuntu Core is highly anticipated by the Linux community and is expected to be a game-changer in the industry. With the increasing popularity of immutable Linux distributions, Ubuntu Core is sure to be a hit among enthusiasts and developers alike. The release date for the new version of Ubuntu Core has not been announced yet, but it is expected to be available for download next year.