Ubuntu Desktop 22.04 - Generation 2

Modern organizations are shifting toward cloud-based desktop environments to enable distributed teams, improve security, and standardize development workflows. However, building a Linux desktop in Azure—especially on modern VM architectures—can introduce complexity, delays, and inconsistency.

Ubuntu Desktop 22.04 LTS – Generation 2 simplifies this process by delivering a ready-to-use Linux desktop environment built on Azure’s Gen2 VM architecture.

Built for Modern Cloud Infrastructure

Leverage Generation 2 virtual machines with UEFI-based boot architecture for improved security, compatibility, and performance. This modern foundation ensures better alignment with current Azure infrastructure standards.

Accelerate Productivity from Day One

Deploy a fully functional Ubuntu Desktop environment in minutes. Eliminate manual GUI setup and reduce onboarding time for developers, engineers, and technical teams.

Simplify Desktop Deployment in Azure

Avoid the complexity of configuring Linux desktop environments manually. This image provides a consistent, pre-configured experience suitable for development, testing, training, and administrative workloads.

Enterprise-Ready with Long-Term Stability

Built on Ubuntu 22.04 LTS, this image delivers a stable, widely trusted platform with long-term maintenance, making it suitable for enterprise and production environments.

Flexible Use Cases

• Developer workstations in Azure
• Remote Linux desktops for distributed teams
• Training and lab environments
• Dev/Test environments with GUI requirements
• IT administration and operations tools

Seamless Azure Integration

Run natively within Azure and integrate with your existing networking, identity, and security configurations for a streamlined deployment experience.

How to Use

RDP on port 3389

No contract needed: pay per hour

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