How To Update Linux Kernel In Ubuntu

 Tutorial on Updating Ubuntu Kernel

Option A: Use the System Update Process

Step 1: Check Your Current Kernel Version

At a terminal window, type:

uname –sr

The terminal returns an output similar to:

Linux 4.4.0-64 generic

Step 2: Update the Repositories

At a terminal, type:

sudo apt-get update

Step 3: Run the upgrade

While still in the terminal, type:

sudo apt-get dist-upgrade

Step 4: Force the Upgrade

If for some reason the system does not offer an upgrade, you can force it by opening a terminal and typing:

update-manager –d

update manager force output

The system should respond with a window showing release notes for the new kernel (and version) of Ubuntu.

If everything looks good, click upgrade, and the process will procee