Ubuntu 18.04 即将停止更新，你该怎么办？
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标志性的 Ubuntu 18.04 “Bionic Beaver” 带来了许多改进和新增功能。但就像大多数优秀的产品一样，该版本也已经走到了尽头（对大多数用户而言）。


**那么，现在发生了什么呢？**


在三月份，Canonical 宣布 Ubuntu 18.04 将于 2023 年 5 月 31 日到达其计划更新周期的五年截止期。


这一天正在迅速到来，只剩下了几个星期的时间。


### EOL 意味着什么呢？


对于 [长期支持版本](https://itsfoss.com/long-term-support-lts/) 的 Ubuntu 发行版，它将停止获得维护更新和安全修补。


### 检查你是否正在使用 Ubuntu 18.04


如果你不知道你正在使用 Ubuntu 的哪个版本，可以检查一下。


打开终端并使用如下命令：



```
lsb_release -a

```

如果你在输出中看到 “18.04” 或 “bionic”，那么你正在使用 Ubuntu 18.04：



```
No LSB modules are available.
Distributor ID:	Ubuntu
Description:	Ubuntu 18.04.5 LTS
Release:	18.04
Codename:	bionic

```

### 现在应该怎么做呢？


如果你是企业用户或想继续使用 Ubuntu 18.04，Canonical 建议你选择 [Ubuntu Pro](https://ubuntu.com/pro) 服务，将支持扩展至 2028 年 4 月份。



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Ubuntu Pro 包含可扩展安全维护（ESM）的全套安全补丁，以及 24 小时的电话和支持工单。


如果你需要个人或非商业使用，还有一个 [免费的 Ubuntu Pro 计划](https://news.itsfoss.com/ubuntu-pro-free/)，从其最初发布日期起，可为你提供 **10 年的安全更新**。换句话说，使用 Ubuntu Pro 将可以获得五年额外的支持期限。



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> ⚠️ 但请注意，Ubuntu Pro 不会提供 “功能更新”，也不会从 Ubuntu 软件源获取最新版本的软件。它将通过提供安全和维护更新，使你的系统继续运行。
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无论哪种情况，你都可以升级至 [Ubuntu 20.04 LTS](https://itsfoss.com/download-ubuntu-20-04/) 版本或全新安装 [Ubuntu 22.04 LTS](https://news.itsfoss.com/ubuntu-22-04-release/) 版本来获取最新和最棒的 Ubuntu LTS 发行版。


以下是一份实用的指南，可帮助你完成升级/重新安装。



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如果你没有 Ubuntu Pro 且未获得扩展维护更新，那么应尽快升级，否则你的系统将面临安全风险。


### 总结


* Ubuntu 18.04 将于 2023 年 5 月 31 日到达生命周期结束。
* 现有的 Ubuntu 18.04 用户可以选择免费订阅 Ubuntu Pro 以继续使用。
* 现有用户也可以选择升级至新的 LTS 版本 20.04。
* 还有一个重新安装全新的 22.04 版本的方式，但这将格式化你的数据。


? 你会选择升级还是订阅 Ubuntu Pro 以获得扩展更新？


*（题图：MJ/a1402ad8-d260-42b3-9b92-e3935c9238ad）*




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The iconic Ubuntu 18.04 'Bionic Beaver' was a release that offered many improvements and features. First LTS to feature GNOME instead of Unity.

But like most good things, this, too, has reached an end (for most).

**What's Happening: **On **31 May 2023, Ubuntu 18.04 completed its five-year** planned update cycle.

In other words, Ubuntu 18.04 LTS has now reached end-of-life (EOL).

## What does EOL mean?

For a [Long-Term Version](https://itsfoss.com/long-term-support-lts/?ref=news.itsfoss.com) Ubuntu release, it will stop** getting maintenance updates and security fixes.**

**Suggested Read **📖

[What is End of Life in Ubuntu? Everything You Should Know About itIf you have been following It’s FOSS for some time, you might have noticed that I publish news articles like Ubuntu XYZ version has reached end of life (EoL). This end of life is one of those essential concepts that every Ubuntu user should be aware of. This is](https://itsfoss.com/end-of-life-ubuntu/?ref=news.itsfoss.com)![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2020/06/end-of-life-ubuntu.png)


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## Check if you are using Ubuntu 18.04

If you don't know [which Ubuntu version you are using](https://itsfoss.com/how-to-know-ubuntu-unity-version/?ref=news.itsfoss.com), it's time to check it.

Open a terminal and use the following command:

`lsb_release -a`


If you see 18.04 or bionic in the output, you are using Ubuntu 18.04:

```
No LSB modules are available.
Distributor ID: Ubuntu
Description: Ubuntu 18.04.5 LTS
Release: 18.04
Codename: bionic
```


## What should you do now?

If you want to stick to Ubuntu 18.04, Canonical suggests you opt for [Ubuntu Pro](https://ubuntu.com/pro?ref=news.itsfoss.com), which will **extend support for Ubuntu 18.04 until April 2028**.

Ubuntu Pro includes the full security patching treatment thanks to Expanded Security Maintenance (ESM) with 24/7 phone and ticket support.

Fret not; there is a [free plan for Ubuntu Pro](https://news.itsfoss.com/ubuntu-pro-free/) if you need it for personal or non-commercial use, giving you **10 years of security updates** from the date of its original release. In other words, you get five more years.

Otherwise, you could upgrade to the [Ubuntu 20.04](https://itsfoss.com/download-ubuntu-20-04/?ref=news.itsfoss.com) LTS release or do a fresh install of [Ubuntu 22.04](https://news.itsfoss.com/ubuntu-22-04-release/) LTS if you want the latest and greatest Ubuntu LTS release,

Here's a handy guide to help you on your upgrade/reinstall journey.

[How to Upgrade to Ubuntu 22.04 LTS from Ubuntu 20.04 LTS and 21.10This tutorial demonstrates the steps for upgrading to Ubuntu 22.04 from Ubuntu 21.10 and 20.04. You can use the same steps to upgrade from any other supported Ubuntu version. There are plenty of new features in Ubuntu 22.04 LTS. As an ardent Ubuntu user, it is](https://itsfoss.com/upgrade-ubuntu-version/?ref=news.itsfoss.com)![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2022/04/upgrade-to-22-04.jpg)


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If you do not have Ubuntu Pro and do not get extended maintenance updates, you should upgrade as soon as possible, else your system will remain vulnerable to security issues.

**To summarize:**

- Ubuntu 18.04 is reaching end of life by 31st May 2023
- Existing Ubuntu 18.04 users can stay with it by opting for free Ubuntu Pro subscription
- Existing users may also upgrade to the next LTS, 20.04
- The option to reinstall a fresh 22.04 version is also there but it will format your data

*💬 Will you be upgrading or opting for a Ubuntu Pro subscription to get extended updates?*

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