Will the update center offer the upgrade from Kubuntu 24.04 LTS to 26.04 LTS, or do I need to run it manually? Is it worth waiting for a point release?
Will Kubuntu offer the 24.04 to 26.04 upgrade, or do I need to start it myself?
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The normal LTS-to-LTS upgrade offer is expected after 26.04.1 comes out, around August. You should then be able to start the upgrade from the update tool rather than forcing it early.
Waiting gives the new release some time for fixes, though it doesn't guarantee a trouble-free upgrade. Back up your files before starting either way.
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You can choose to initiate an upgrade before the normal offer appears, but forcing an early LTS upgrade is not the supported path. Unless there's something specific you need in 26.04 right now, waiting for the regular offer is the simpler choice.
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For a major version jump, make a backup you can actually restore, not just a copy sitting on the same drive. A system snapshot tool such as Timeshift can be useful too, but don't treat a snapshot as a substitute for a separate backup of your personal files.
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It's an offer, not a requirement to upgrade immediately. You can stay on 24.04 if it's working well for you.