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Ubuntu 16.04 LTS

Ubuntu on Windows allows you to use Ubuntu Terminal and run Ubuntu command line utilities including bash, ssh, git, apt and many more.

Version 1604.2019.523.0 · by Canonical Group Limited

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Official site: releases.ubuntu.com

About Ubuntu 16.04 LTS

Ubuntu on Windows allows you to use Ubuntu Terminal and run Ubuntu command line utilities including bash, ssh, git, apt and many more.

How to install Ubuntu 16.04 LTS

  1. Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
  2. Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
  3. Prefer the command line? With the Windows Package Manager (winget) you can install and update it with: winget install Canonical.Ubuntu.1604
  4. Open Ubuntu 16.04 LTS once it finishes installing.
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Frequently asked questions

Is Ubuntu 16.04 LTS free to download?

Yes. The Download button sends you to releases.ubuntu.com, the developer's official site, where Ubuntu 16.04 LTS is available to download. Softvault doesn't host or modify any files.

What is the latest version of Ubuntu 16.04 LTS?

The version listed here is 1604.2019.523.0. The developer's site always has the newest release.

How do I install Ubuntu 16.04 LTS from the command line?

With the Windows Package Manager (winget), run: winget install Canonical.Ubuntu.1604. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.

Is Ubuntu 16.04 LTS safe?

Ubuntu 16.04 LTS downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.

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