Upgrading

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Linux distributions like Ubuntu and Debian are constantly evolving. Bugs are fixed, new features are added, and packages are updated. If your Linode is running an older version of a Linux distribution, you can use the guides in this section to upgrade to the newest version of the distribution.


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Upgrade to Ubuntu 22.04 LTS

This guide explains how to upgrade inline from Ubuntu 20.04 or 21.04 to Ubuntu 22.04.

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Inline Upgrade to Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (Focal Fossa)

A how-to guide for performing an inline upgrade to Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (Focal Fossa)

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Upgrading to the Latest Distribution (Clean Install)

Outlines options when upgrading a Linux distribution to the next latest version and provides instructions for performing a clean installation.

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Migrate From CentOS 8 to CentOS Stream

This guide describes CentOS Stream and its benefits and drawbacks. It also explains how to migrate from CentOS 8 to CentOS Stream.

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Upgrade Debian to the Newest Release

This guide provides you with step-by-step instructions for upgrading your Debian system to the latest Debian stable, or LTS (Long Term Support) release.

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Inline Upgrade to Ubuntu 18.04 LTS (Bionic Beaver)

This guide provides you with step-by-step instructions on how to upgrade your Linux system to the latest LTS (Long Term Support) version of Ubuntu - 18.04 LTS.

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How to Upgrade to Ubuntu 16.04 LTS

This guide provides you with step-by-step instructions on how to upgrade your Linux system to the latest LTS (Long Term Support) version of Ubuntu - 16.04 LTS.

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Upgrading to Debian 8 (Jessie)

This guide provides you with step-by-step instructions on how to upgrade your Linux system from Debian 7 "Wheezy" to Debian 8 "Jessie" via command line.

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How to Upgrade to Ubuntu 14.04 LTS

Our guide to upgrading to Ubuntu 14.04 LTS

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Updating Virtual Host Settings For Apache 2.4

A step-by-step guide to updating virtual host settings from Apache 2.2 to Apache 2.4

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How to Upgrade to Debian 7 (Wheezy)

How to upgrade from Debian 6 (Squeeze) to Debian 7 (Wheezy).

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How to Upgrade to Ubuntu 12.04 (Precise)

Our guide to upgrading to Ubuntu 12.04

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How to Upgrade to Ubuntu 11.10 (Oneiric)

How to upgrade from Ubuntu 11.04 (Natty) to Ubuntu 11.10 (Oneiric).

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How to Upgrade to Ubuntu 11.04 (Natty)

How to upgrade from Ubuntu 10.10 (Maverick) to Ubuntu 11.04 (Natty).

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How to Upgrade to Debian 6 (Squeeze)

How to upgrade from Debian 5 (Lenny) to Debian 6 (Squeeze).

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How to Upgrade to Ubuntu 10.10 (Maverick)

How to avoid common pitfalls when upgrading your Linode to Ubuntu 10.10.

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How to Upgrade to Ubuntu 10.04 LTS (Lucid)

How to avoid common pitfalls when upgrading your Linode to Ubuntu 10.04 LTS.