Issue after updating Ubuntu installation
Issue after updating Ubuntu installation
I've experimented with Linux many times. Recently, I reinstalled Ubuntu on my second hard drive. I tested various tools and software to find what suits me best. After some weeks, I opted for a fresh start and installed only the applications I needed. This morning I cleared the partition and reinstalled from the same flash drive I used earlier. While setting up Thunderbird for M365, I checked the article about plugins and found them missing. I removed Thunderbird and reinstalled it, but a newer version appeared automatically. Since I've been updating many programs, why wasn't my system updated? I'm still getting familiar with Linux, so I'm unsure if something else might be causing issues. Should I try reinstalling the OS again to ensure everything is current?
I mentioned earlier that I repeated those steps several times this morning, since almost every installation through the terminal needs sudo to run ag-get update / upgrade. Even after entering the commands many times, Thunderbird didn’t get updated.
Thunderbird is already at the latest release, so another update won’t help. Check if your plugins are compatible with your current Thunderbird version—many have become outdated. The most recent version is 102.3.3, available in Settings/General. Look for an update tool and ensure 'Automatically install updates' is enabled by default. If not, click it.
All available items in your repositories will reflect the latest version. The update process usually happens automatically, such as with Thunderbird, before the distribution adds it. Wait until now to review for updates—Ubuntu 22.10 releases on the 20th and you'll be alerted. Only packages not installed directly from the maker or from a PPA will be affected. They’ll also offer guidance on adding PPA sources.
Most users are likely to have Ubuntu 22.04.1 LTS installed after recent updates. The LTS release will not automatically switch to 22.10; it stays on 22.04 consistently. Your suggestion might not fit your needs since Thunderbird has been updated by Ubuntu recently. You can try Fedora, EndeavourOS, openSUSE Thumbleweed, Void Linux or any other rolling release. I personally use Claws Mail on FreeBSD and find it faster for loading emails. Studies also suggest Claws Mail offers better protection against spoofing compared to Thunderbird.