Canonical

Canonical Ltd. is a British technology company founded in 2004 by Mark Shuttleworth. Headquartered in London, it is the principal developer and commercial steward of Ubuntu, the most widely used open-source Linux operating system. With a global presence, Canonical operates in over 30 countries and employs between 1,200 and 1,755 people.

Canonical focuses on making open-source software accessible and reliable for enterprises, cloud providers, and developers. Its flagship product, Ubuntu, is available in various editions, including Ubuntu Desktop, Server, and Core, catering to different user needs. The company also offers a range of solutions such as Canonical MicroK8s for Kubernetes, Juju for application management, and MAAS for physical server management. Additionally, Canonical provides enterprise support, security, and consulting services to help organizations optimize their infrastructure and ensure compliance with industry standards.