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Holly Hall
21 July 2026

Canonical announces the Enterprise Store as part of Ubuntu Pro

Security and Compliance Ubuntu tech blog

Canonical introduces a new way to manage software behind firewalls and in air-gapped environments with the Enterprise Store. The Enterprise Store makes software distribution manageable and scalable behind firewalls or in air-gapped environments. Available with an Ubuntu Pro subscription, the Enterprise Store respects the security protocol ...

Holly Hall
15 January 2024

Managing software in complex network environments: the Snap Store Proxy

Internet of Things Ubuntu tech blog

As enterprises grapple with the evolving landscape of security threats, the need to safeguard internal networks from the broader internet is increasingly important. In environments with restricted internet access, it can be difficult to manage software updates in an easy, reliable way. When managing devices in the field, change management ...

Holly Hall
30 June 2023

Snapcraft.io reloaded: check out the new look and feel

Ubuntu Ubuntu tech blog

We’re happy to announce that snapcraft.io has a fresh, new look! Time for an update After keeping the same user interface and style for several years, we embarked on a project to redesign snapcraft.io and give it a more modern look. We spent a lot of time analysing how we could improve the store and ...

Holly Hall
9 June 2023

Release management for snaps made simpler

Ubuntu Ubuntu tech blog

Release management is the process of planning, scheduling, testing and deploying new versions of software. To make this process simpler for snap developers, we have released a new feature called progressive releases. Continue reading to understand what they are, why they are important and how you can use them in the Snap Store. What are ...

Holly Hall
29 March 2023

3 reasons why OTA updates are important [Part II]

IoT Ubuntu tech blog

In the first part of this blog series, we covered what the term ‘OTA’ means and some key advantages and considerations of using OTA technology in IoT. Read more about what OTA means in the blog post here. Devices are everywhere but they all need maintenance. Maintaining household gadgets such as laptops, printers and smart ...

Holly Hall
24 October 2022

What does OTA mean? [Part I]

Internet of Things Ubuntu tech blog

In the second part of this blog series, we cover the top 3 reasons why OTA updates are important. Read more about the importance of OTA technology in the blog post here. OTA is a term commonly used when working with any type of device. Simply, the abbreviation OTA means ‘over-the-air’, and refers to the ...

Holly Hall
18 August 2022

Top 5 IoT challenges and how to solve them

Internet of Things Ubuntu tech blog

There are a number of challenges to surmount for enterprises in the IoT sector, including having a short time to market, airtight security, a versatile update mechanism for hardware and software and mastering device management. The more planning and practical steps that are taken to address key considerations, the faster an IoT project ca ...

Holly Hall
30 June 2022

Star Developers are here!

Ubuntu Ubuntu tech blog

We are happy to announce that the newest community feature of the Snap Store is here: Star Developers! Background  In the Snap Store, we have a fantastic community where members can discuss topics in the forum, develop snaps and help others. Currently, the Snap Store has verified accounts; verified companies have a green tick by ...

Holly Hall
19 November 2021

Top 10 apps to boost your productivity

Apps Ubuntu tech blog

Winter is rolling in (for those in the Northern Hemisphere at least). Long summer evenings are on hold for now. In these colder months, it can be difficult to get back into work and feel efficient. But whether you are feeling tired, unorganised, or demotivated, there may be an application here to help you refocus ...

Holly Hall
1 October 2021

What is an IoT marketplace?

Internet of Things Ubuntu tech blog

The Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem is expanding at a rapid rate, with the number of devices growing every year. The increase in physical hardware being manufactured multiplies the amount of software needed to perform various functions on new platforms. There are a range of IoT use cases, including voice-controlling the lights in your ...

Holly Hall
30 June 2021

Top 10 apps for a fresh Linux install in 2021

Desktop Ubuntu tech blog

Are you struggling with too much lag? Is it time for a spring clean and a fresh Linux install? Ready to upgrade to Focal Fossa (LTS) or Hirsute Hippo? Whatever situation you are in, get started quickly with some of the most popular apps you need for a fresh Linux install. Here are all the ...

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