A managed Linux Client under the ETH-wide Project "ethOS"-brand is available for interested employees. Usually the T14 and X1 ranges from Lenovo which are offered during the Neptun Waves should be compatible, unless stated otherwise.
Key facts:
- Usually the latest LTS Version of Ubuntu Linux (currently 24.04 in April 2025), one earlier LTS release possible if necessary
- Customized/configured for use at D-MTEC
- Joined to the central ETH Active Directory
- WiFi and VPN pre-staged
- ETH Printers selectable via Application
- As the nature of Linux operating systems, sudo for you
- Pre-installed software packages
- LiberOffice (Office work)
- VLC (Media player)
- Evolution and Thunderbird (Mail clients)
You already have a managed Ubuntu computer and are looking for some tips or guides? See here → MTEC Ubuntu FAQ/Guides