Description

Ubuntu 16.04.7 LTS "Xenial Xerus" is a point‑release of the long‑term support Ubuntu 16.04 series. Although the exact release date is not publicly recorded, this update targets both new and existing desktop users who require a stable, secure platform on 64‑bit x86 hardware and ARM64 devices.

The 16.04.7 update brings the Hardware Enablement (HWE) stack to the desktop, delivering the Linux 4.15 kernel and updated X.org drivers for improved support of modern CPUs, GPUs, and peripherals. Security patches are back‑ported throughout the system, and the GNOME 3.18 desktop environment receives refinements for smoother window management and power‑saving features. Package repositories are refreshed with newer versions of popular applications, and the installer now includes better language‑pack handling, making it easier to set up a multilingual environment. For users interested in newer releases, Ubuntu 18.04 LTS (Bionic Beaver) and Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (Focal Fossa) offer more recent kernels and software stacks.

Ubuntu 16.04 LTS reached its standard end‑of‑life in April 2021, with Extended Security Maintenance (ESM) available until April 2024, confirming its long‑term support status.

Official release notes can be found on the Ubuntu Xenial Xerus release notes page.