What is Ubuntu Budgie? Who it is for
Ubuntu Budgie is built on Ubuntu. It uses Budgie as its desktop and apt for software, and it follows long-term releases that stay supported for years.
Ubuntu Budgie at a glance
- Foundation: built on Ubuntu
- Desktop: Budgie
- Software tools: apt
- Release style: long-term releases that stay supported for years
- Installer: Ubuntu's graphical installer
Who Ubuntu Budgie suits
Ubuntu Budgie suits people who like a simple, modern and tidy desktop on Ubuntu's base.
Strengths
- A gentle learning curve, with everyday tasks handled through graphical tools.
- Changes arrive slowly and are tested first, so the system rarely surprises you.
Things to consider
- Stability means some software is not the very newest version.
- As a rough guide, about 4 GB of RAM is a comfortable minimum for a desktop session.
Try Ubuntu Budgie from a USB drive
The easiest way to find out is to start it from a USB drive without changing your computer. See the Ubuntu Budgie bootable USB drive, then follow our install guide when you are ready. New to this? Read how to try Linux without installing it and how to boot from a USB drive.
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Installing software on Ubuntu Budgie
Ubuntu Budgie uses apt. These commands search for a program and install it (replace name with the program):
apt search name sudo apt install name
Most desktop systems also have a graphical software store. See how to install software on Linux.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ubuntu Budgie good for beginners?
Yes. Ubuntu Budgie is one of the more beginner-friendly choices.
What desktop does Ubuntu Budgie use?
Ubuntu Budgie uses Budgie. To learn how desktops differ, read what GNOME, KDE, Xfce and Cinnamon are.
How much RAM does Ubuntu Budgie need?
As a rough guide, about 4 GB of RAM is a comfortable minimum for a desktop session.
Is Ubuntu Budgie based on another distribution?
Ubuntu Budgie is built on Ubuntu.
How often is Ubuntu Budgie updated?
Ubuntu Budgie follows long-term releases that stay supported for years.
How can I try Ubuntu Budgie without installing it?
Write it to a USB drive, restart, choose the drive from the boot menu and pick the live or try option. Nothing on your internal disk changes unless you choose to install.