A brand new version of Zorin OS, the user-friendly Ubuntu-based Linux distribution, is available for download. Zorin OS 18 is based on Ubuntu 24.04.3

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Zorin OS 18 has been released, based on Ubuntu 24.04.3 LTS with Linux kernel 6.14 and GNOME Shell 46. The update features a redesigned desktop with a floating rounded panel, preinstalled Tiling Shell extension for advanced window management, new theme colors, and a Web Apps tool for creating desktop apps from websites. It includes Brave as the default browser, expanded Windows compatibility suggestions, and support until April 2029. The Pro version adds three new desktop layouts and additional preinstalled software including Deskflow, Warp, and Valot.

Zorin OS 18 Released with New Look, New Apps + More

<p>This release shows how thoughtful design can make open-source software feel truly premium without losing its roots.</p>


<p>With Windows 10 reaching end of life, this Windows-like OS is a strong contender as one of the options. That said, I haven’t used Windows in a while, so I don’t know what requirements they’d need to switch. However, I don’t think Linux security updates cause critical bugs.</p>
