Ubuntu 22
See: Ubuntu 22.04 LTS
TLDR: Ubuntu 22 refers to the series of Ubuntu releases in the Ubuntu operating system for 2022, including the notable Ubuntu 22.04 LTS (Jammy Jellyfish). These versions are built on the Linux Kernel 5.x series, offering enhanced hardware compatibility, improved security, and refined user experience. Designed for desktops, servers, and cloud environments, Ubuntu 22 continues to be a versatile choice for developers, enterprises, and general users.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ubuntu_version_history
Ubuntu 22 introduces several key features, including the GNOME 42 desktop environment in 22.04 LTS, which enhances usability with features like dark mode and a refreshed interface. This release also defaults to Wayland for graphics rendering, providing better performance and security, though X11 remains available for legacy support. Kernel updates in Ubuntu 22 deliver improvements in power management, storage performance, and support for modern hardware like the latest CPUs and GPUs.
https://ubuntu.com/blog/whats-new-in-ubuntu-22-04-lts
For developers and IT professionals, Ubuntu 22 enhances containerization and cloud compatibility with updated support for Kubernetes, Docker, and OpenStack. It also includes newer versions of essential development tools and languages like Python 3.10 and OpenSSL 3. Long-term support for 22.04 LTS makes it a stable platform for enterprise use, with guaranteed updates and security patches through 2027.