Canonical extends Ubuntu LTS support to 15 years with Legacy add-on

Canonical has announced an extension of support for Ubuntu LTS releases to 15 years through its Legacy add-on for Ubuntu Pro. This change, which affects users of long-term support versions starting from Ubuntu 14.04 LTS, aims to provide continuous security patching and compliance tools for organizations in regulated industries. The move follows a previous increase in support lifespan to 12 years announced in March 2024.