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Doing a Distrubution Upgrade to the latest in Ubuntu

To perform a distribution upgrade on your Ubuntu system, follow these steps:

1. Update Existing Packages
First, make sure all the existing packages are up to date.

sudo apt update
sudo apt upgrade -y
sudo apt dist-upgrade -y

2. Clean Up Unnecessary Packages
Remove any unnecessary packages to free up space and avoid potential conflicts.

sudo apt autoremove -y
sudo apt clean

3. Start the Upgrade Process
Use the `do-release-upgrade` command to start the distribution upgrade process. This will upgrade your system to the latest available Ubuntu version.

sudo do-release-upgrade

4. Follow the On-Screen Instructions
The `do-release-upgrade` command will guide you through the upgrade process. Follow the on-screen instructions, and answer any prompts as needed. Typically, you'll need to:

- Confirm the upgrade.
- Decide how to handle configuration file changes (you can usually accept the default options).

5. Reboot the System
After the upgrade process completes, reboot your system to apply the changes.

sudo reboot

Additional Tips
- Backup Your Data: Before starting the upgrade process, it's a good idea to back up your important data.
- Check for PPA Compatibility: If you use any third-party PPAs (Personal Package Archives), ensure they are compatible with the new Ubuntu version or disable them before the upgrade.
- Network Connection: Make sure you have a stable network connection, as the upgrade process will download a significant amount of data.

6. Install Gnome Tweaks

sudo apt install gnome-tweaks

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