What is Ubuntu MATE?
Ubuntu Mate is a stable and easy-to-use operating system with a configurable desktop environment. It is suitable for a wide range of hardware, from modern workstations to older computers, making it an ideal choice for those who want to get the most out of their desktops, laptops, and netbooks while preferring a traditional desktop metaphor
Highlights
- Accessible to users regardless of language and physical ability
- Aims to increase adoption of both Ubuntu and the MATE Desktop
- Provides an alternative to Ubuntu for computers that cannot run a composited desktop
- Serves as a first-choice platform for remote workstation solutions like LTSP and X2Go
- Restores the pre-Unity experience of Ubuntu
- Utilizes themes and artwork similar to Ubuntu for familiarity
- Contributes to Debian to benefit both the Debian and Ubuntu communities
- Focuses on functionality and stability over lightness and whimsy
- Offers a refuge for Linux users who prefer a traditional desktop metaphor
- Aspires to become an official Ubuntu "flavor
Features
Lightweight
Based on Ubuntu
Based on Debian
Linux-based
ARM support