Ubuntu Forums (Ubuntu Forums) is the official forum for Ubuntu (Ubuntu; i.e., a desktop application-based Linux operating system), the main forum community responsible for Ubuntu maintenance, and was created by Ryante Roy in October 2004. It was created in October 2004 by Ryante Roy. Users use the site to browse daily posts and keep up with Ubuntu developments. The site is fully compliant with the principles of open source software development and encourages people to use, improve, and spread the word about open source software.