Ubuntu 20.04 LTS is a long-term support release designed to meet the demands of modern enterprise environments, with a strong focus on security, performance, and reliability. This Cloudvoult-optimized VM on Azure delivers the power of Ubuntu 20.04 LTS, making it ideal for production deployments in the cloud.

Key Features

Optimized Performance

• Linux Kernel 5.4 provides enhanced compatibility with the latest hardware, including modern Intel/AMD GPUs and Raspberry Pi 4B, while reducing power consumption and improving boot speeds.
• Faster System Startup through refined kernel and initramfs compression methods.
• Better Desktop Responsiveness thanks to GNOME Shell enhancements, offering smoother animations and lower resource usage.
• Advanced ZFS Capabilities with support for automated snapshots, improving data integrity and ease of recovery in critical environments.

Enterprise-Grade Security

• Kernel Hardening Techniques restrict privileged access to sensitive kernel features, reinforcing system defenses.
• WireGuard Integration delivers a built-in, high-speed VPN solution directly within the kernel.
• Secure Boot Support defends against rootkits and other low-level threats during system initialization.
• FIDO Authentication enables hardware-based, passwordless login for stronger user security.

Developer & Server Tools

• A modern toolchain featuring the latest stable releases of key languages and frameworks such as Python 3.8, PHP 7.4, Go 1.13, and PostgreSQL 12.
• Streamlined Server Installation with automation-friendly provisioning.
• Virtio-fs Support enables high-speed file sharing between host and guest systems in virtualized setups.
• Broader compatibility with next-generation server hardware.