Pop!_OS Linux Operating System

Pop!_OS is a free and open-source Linux distribution, based upon Ubuntu, featuring a custom desktop environment known as COSMIC. It is specifically designed for developers, STEM professionals, and computer enthusiasts who require a reliable and high-performance workflow. The operating system is developed primarily to ship on hardware sold by System76, but it is available for download and use on most modern hardware.

The development of Pop!_OS is led by System76, a hardware manufacturer located in Denver, Colorado. While the project relies on the global open-source community for many of its upstream components, the direction and final implementation are managed by the American company. System76 remains the ultimate owner and primary maintainer of the brand and the software's ecosystem.