Ubuntu 26.04 LTS (Resolute Raccoon) Now Available for Virtual Servers

You can now deploy Ubuntu 26.04 LTS (Resolute Raccoon) on Cherry Servers virtual machines.

This release is currently offered as a 26.04bit (Dev Build), giving early adopters the opportunity to start testing and building on the next long-term support (LTS) version ahead of its official launch.

#Start Testing Ubuntu 26.04 Today

If you're working on performance-sensitive workloads, infrastructure automation, or preparing for future upgrades, you can now deploy Ubuntu 26.04 directly from our platform.

While the official release is expected at the end of April, the Dev Build version already provides access to the upcoming improvements and capabilities.

#What’s New in Ubuntu 26.04 LTS

Ubuntu 26.04 continues Canonical’s focus on performance, stability, and long-term support. This version includes:

• Linux Kernel 6.19 for improved performance and hardware compatibility
• Enhanced support for modern hardware and firmware
• Optimizations for faster system performance and efficiency
• A stable foundation for long-term workloads (LTS release cycle)

This makes it particularly relevant for high-performance environments, including real-time workloads, virtualization, and blockchain infrastructure.

#Development Timeline

Ubuntu 26.04 is currently in its final development phase:

• Feature freeze: February 19
• Kernel freeze: March 19
• Official release: End of April

#What Happens Next

The current version will remain labeled as Dev Build until the official release.

Once Ubuntu 26.04 LTS is officially released:

• The Dev Build tag will be removed
• The distribution will become available for Bare Metal servers

#Why Try It Now

Early access allows you to:

• Prepare your infrastructure for the next LTS cycle
• Test compatibility with your applications and workloads
• Benchmark performance improvements ahead of production rollout

For teams running critical workloads like blockchain nodes, validators, or data-heavy applications, this is a valuable opportunity to validate performance before full adoption.

#Deploy Ubuntu 26.04 on Cherry Servers

You can start using Ubuntu 26.04 LTS (Dev Build) today on our virtual servers and be ready for a seamless transition once the official version is released.

If you have questions about compatibility, performance, or setup, our team is available 24/7 to help.

— Cherry Servers Product Team

Already on Ubuntu 24.04? Read our upgrade guide to migrate to Ubuntu 26.04 without starting from scratch.