Check Your Ubuntu Version: Popular Methods

Have you ever forgotten which version of Ubuntu you have installed? If so, this article is definitely for you.

1. Using the lsb_release command

Open the console and run the following command:

lsb_release -a

2. Checking the contents of the /etc/issue file

Run the following command:

cat /etc/issue

3. Examining the lsb-release file

Run the following commands:

cat /etc/lsb-release

These are the most popular methods to check your Ubuntu version from the console. Make sure to review the list of Ubuntu versions to ensure that your version is still supported.