Upgrade Ubuntu Linux to the Latest Version

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To upgrade Ubuntu to the latest version from the command line in 2024, follow these steps:

• Open Terminal: Access the command line interface by pressing Ctrl + Alt + T.
• Refresh Package Lists: Ensure your system has the latest information by running:
  
  
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  1. sudo apt update

• Upgrade Packages: Update existing software to their newest versions within your current Ubuntu release:
  
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  1. sudo apt upgrade

• Transitioning to the Latest LTS: If you're on a non-LTS version and wish to upgrade to the latest LTS (Long Term Support) release, install the necessary package:
  
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  1. sudo apt install update-manager-core

• Reboot: Reboot your system before upgrade:
  
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  1. sudo reboot
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  1. sudo shutdown -r now

• Initiate Upgrade: Start the upgrade process to the next LTS release (if applicable) by running:
  
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  1. sudo do-release-upgrade
  This command will guide you through the upgrade process.
  Note: If you're already on an LTS version, the do-release-upgrade command will prompt you to upgrade to the subsequent LTS when available.