Canonical

Canonical Ltd. is a UK-based software company founded in 2004 by Mark Shuttleworth. It is best known for developing and supporting the Ubuntu Linux distribution, which has become one of the most popular Linux operating systems worldwide. Headquartered in London, Canonical operates globally with offices in cities like Austin, Boston, Shanghai, and Tokyo, employing staff across more than 70 countries. The company focuses on making open-source software accessible and user-friendly for individuals and enterprises. Its main offerings include the Ubuntu operating system, which supports desktops, servers, cloud environments, and IoT devices. Canonical also provides commercial support subscriptions, server solutions, and professional services to help organizations manage their open-source deployments effectively. Additionally, the company contributes to various open-source projects, including OpenStack and Netplan, and operates online shops for Ubuntu-branded merchandise.