Ubuntu is one of the best-known Linux distributions in the world, one of the most widely used, a very stable distribution that offers very good performance.
Sometimes, it is necessary to know the version of Ubuntu that we have installed to see the compatibility with other software. As not everyone knows how to get this information, today we want to talk about two different methods that will allow you to know this information.
From the desktop environment
Viewing the version from the desktop environment is one of the easiest and quickest methods, especially for users who are used to working with the Windows operating system where the visual environment is fundamental. In this case, to know the version of Ubuntu you would have to follow the following steps:
- First, go to the System Preferences app.
- Once inside, look for the System Administration section. This is usually on the left side of the window you are viewing.
- There, click on System Information.
- Once inside, we will see the version of Ubuntu that we have installed, as well as other information related to the system.
Knowing the version from the command line
Working from the command line is one of the main problems faced by users who are used to working with windows, but executing instructions from the command line can speed up certain actions. One example is to find out which version of the system you have installed. Let’s see how to do it.
The first thing to do is to open the terminal.
Run the command “lsb_release -a”. It is important not to use double quotes. Once typed, press enter to execute it. The information will be displayed on the screen immediately. There is also the option of the “neofetch” command, which will display the information in a more graphical way.
Whichever method is used, the end result is the same. Use the one you are most comfortable with.
