{"id":57748,"date":"2022-06-30T13:42:17","date_gmt":"2022-06-30T13:42:17","guid":{"rendered":"\/tutorials\/?p=57748"},"modified":"2025-04-28T03:14:19","modified_gmt":"2025-04-28T03:14:19","slug":"how-to-install-ubuntu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/in\/tutorials\/how-to-install-ubuntu\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Install Ubuntu on Desktop (Laptop or PC)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Choosing which Linux distribution to install can seem challenging as there are many versions to choose from, and each of them offers very different features. One popular distribution to consider is Ubuntu.<\/p><p>It is arguably one of the best Linux distributions available. It is simple to use, easily customizable, and scalable based on users&rsquo; needs.<\/p><p>This article will go over the two methods of installing Ubuntu with GUI on your PC or laptop. We will also include the requirements and all the needed configuration settings for installing Ubuntu.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/assets.hostinger.com\/content\/tutorials\/pdf\/Linux-Commands-Cheat-Sheet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"566\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/11\/Linux-cheat-sheet.png\/w=1024,h=1024,fit=scale-down\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-69262\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/11\/Linux-cheat-sheet.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/11\/Linux-cheat-sheet-300x83.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/11\/Linux-cheat-sheet-1536x425.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/11\/Linux-cheat-sheet-150x41.png 150w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/11\/Linux-cheat-sheet-768x212.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-requirements-for-installing-ubuntu-on-desktop\">Requirements for Installing Ubuntu on Desktop<\/h2><p>To install Ubuntu on a desktop, your computer has to meet these requirements:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2 GHz dual-core processor or better<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At least 4 GB of RAM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>25 GB of free disk space<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>USB port and a USB stick with at least 4GB capacity<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Keep in mind that these installation methods work only with desktop computers and won&rsquo;t suit VPS users as we are installing Ubuntu with a graphical interface. If you prefer a <a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/linux-commands\/\">command-line interface<\/a>, consider opting for a <a href=\"\/in\/vps-hosting\">VPS solution<\/a> instead.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"\/in\/vps-hosting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/02\/VPS-hosting-banner.png\/w=1024,h=1024,fit=scale-down\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-77934\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2023\/02\/VPS-hosting-banner.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2023\/02\/VPS-hosting-banner-300x88.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2023\/02\/VPS-hosting-banner-150x44.png 150w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2023\/02\/VPS-hosting-banner-768x225.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-install-ubuntu-wiping-out-the-old-operating-system\">How to Install Ubuntu Wiping Out the Old Operating System<\/h2><p>Wiping out all the data from the hard drive is the cleanest way to install Ubuntu Desktop. This way, users delete old operating system files and install a fresh Ubuntu version.<\/p><p>Check out the comparison table below for the differences between applying this method and the virtual machine.<\/p><figure tabindex=\"0\" class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\"><table><tbody><tr><td><\/td><td><strong>Ubuntu Linux on VM<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Ubuntu Linux on physical hardware<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Scalability<\/td><td>Can run multiple Ubuntu installations simultaneously<\/td><td>Can run one Ubuntu installation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Support<\/td><td>Hardware needs to support virtualization for VM to work properly<\/td><td>Ubuntu will work on a broader range of hardware<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Performance<\/td><td>Performance is usually much slower and dictated by the host system<\/td><td>Performance is typically much better because the operating system runs directly on the physical hardware<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Development<\/td><td>VMs allows the deployment of testing environments based on the user&rsquo;s needs. This is extra useful for software development and testing<\/td><td>Reconfiguring the operating system is a long and tedious task. Usually, it will include complete reinstallation of the operating system<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p>To summarize, the VM Ubuntu installation will suit Ubuntu software testers better. In comparison, casual users will benefit more from installing Ubuntu on physical hardware due to its maximum performance and stability. <\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-download-ubuntu-os-from-the-official-directory\">1. Download Ubuntu OS From the Official Directory<\/h3><p>The first step to install Ubuntu natively is to download the official Ubuntu OS ISO file. <\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-22.04-LTS-download.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1064\" height=\"339\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-22.04-LTS-download.png\/w=1024,h=1024,fit=scale-down\" alt=\"Official download page for desktop Linux distribution &ndash; Ubuntu 22.04 LTS. Red border indicating the download button\" class=\"wp-image-57749\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-22.04-LTS-download.png 1064w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-22.04-LTS-download-300x96.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-22.04-LTS-download-1024x326.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-22.04-LTS-download-150x48.png 150w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-22.04-LTS-download-768x245.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1064px) 100vw, 1064px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>Users can also choose between <a href=\"https:\/\/ubuntu.com\/download\/server\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ubuntu Server<\/a> and other <a href=\"https:\/\/ubuntu.com\/desktop\/flavours\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ubuntu flavors<\/a>. However, the main Ubuntu Desktop version has all the essential features a beginner needs. <\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-create-a-bootable-usb\">2. Create a Bootable USB<\/h3><p>After downloading the ISO file, you will need to create a bootable USB drive, which will be used to install Ubuntu. To do so, you will have to use third-party software, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/rufus.ie\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rufus<\/a>. We recommend downloading the portable version as it won&rsquo;t require any installation and will be ready to use right away.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Rufus-portable-download-page.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"301\" height=\"142\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Rufus-portable-download-page.png\/public\" alt=\"Official download page for Rufus 3.18 Portable. It is used to mount ISO files to USB devices\" class=\"wp-image-57750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Rufus-portable-download-page.png 301w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Rufus-portable-download-page-150x71.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 301px) 100vw, 301px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>Just open the executable file, and Rufus will start. Once done, ensure that the USB drive is plugged in and select the Ubuntu ISO file.<\/p><p>\n\n\n<div class=\"announcement-block announcement-block--important\">\n            <span class=\"announcement-block__heading\">\n                <svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M12 22.5C17.799 22.5 22.5 17.799 22.5 12C22.5 6.20101 17.799 1.5 12 1.5C6.20101 1.5 1.5 6.20101 1.5 12C1.5 17.799 6.20101 22.5 12 22.5ZM13.637 7.65198C13.637 6.74791 12.9041 6.01501 12 6.01501C11.0959 6.01501 10.363 6.74791 10.363 7.65198C10.5335 9.53749 10.875 13.383 10.875 13.383C10.875 14.0043 11.3787 14.508 12 14.508C12.6213 14.508 13.125 14.0043 13.125 13.383V13.38L13.637 7.65198ZM11.9927 15.714C11.3714 15.714 10.8677 16.2177 10.8677 16.839C10.8677 17.4603 11.3714 17.964 11.9927 17.964H12.0073C12.6286 17.964 13.1323 17.4603 13.1323 16.839C13.1323 16.2177 12.6286 15.714 12.0073 15.714H11.9927Z\"\n                          fill=\"#FEA419\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n                Important\n            <\/span>\n            <p class=\"announcement-block__content\">\n                <strong>Important!<\/strong> For the partition scheme, select <strong>GPT<\/strong> if you are using a newer computer. Otherwise, go with <strong>MBR<\/strong>.\n            <\/p><\/div>\n\n\n<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Rufus-drive-properties.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"470\" height=\"268\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Rufus-drive-properties.png\/public\" alt=\"Drive Properties section on the Rufus program\" class=\"wp-image-57751\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Rufus-drive-properties.png 470w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Rufus-drive-properties-300x171.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Rufus-drive-properties-150x86.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 470px) 100vw, 470px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>As for <strong>Format Options<\/strong>, leave the default file system and cluster size values and click on <strong>START<\/strong>.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Rufus-format-options.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"459\" height=\"275\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Rufus-format-options.png\/public\" alt=\"Format Options section on the Rufus program\" class=\"wp-image-57752\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Rufus-format-options.png 459w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Rufus-format-options-300x180.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Rufus-format-options-150x90.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 459px) 100vw, 459px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>\n\n<div class=\"announcement-block announcement-block--important\">\n            <span class=\"announcement-block__heading\">\n                <svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M12 22.5C17.799 22.5 22.5 17.799 22.5 12C22.5 6.20101 17.799 1.5 12 1.5C6.20101 1.5 1.5 6.20101 1.5 12C1.5 17.799 6.20101 22.5 12 22.5ZM13.637 7.65198C13.637 6.74791 12.9041 6.01501 12 6.01501C11.0959 6.01501 10.363 6.74791 10.363 7.65198C10.5335 9.53749 10.875 13.383 10.875 13.383C10.875 14.0043 11.3787 14.508 12 14.508C12.6213 14.508 13.125 14.0043 13.125 13.383V13.38L13.637 7.65198ZM11.9927 15.714C11.3714 15.714 10.8677 16.2177 10.8677 16.839C10.8677 17.4603 11.3714 17.964 11.9927 17.964H12.0073C12.6286 17.964 13.1323 17.4603 13.1323 16.839C13.1323 16.2177 12.6286 15.714 12.0073 15.714H11.9927Z\"\n                          fill=\"#FEA419\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n                Important\n            <\/span>\n            <p class=\"announcement-block__content\">\n                <strong>Important!<\/strong> Creating a bootable USB stick will wipe out all the data from the USB drive. Make sure to back it up before proceeding.\n            <\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p><p>Give it around ten minutes, and the bootable USB drive will be ready.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-install-ubuntu-os-from-the-usb\">3. Install Ubuntu OS From the USB<\/h3><p>With the Ubuntu bootable drive ready, proceed with the installation. For that, restart your computer and access BIOS. Usually, BIOS can be reached by pressing the <strong>DEL<\/strong> or <strong>F2<\/strong> keys on the keyboard whenever a similar screen shows up:<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/ASUS-Bios-screen.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"538\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/ASUS-Bios-screen.png\/public\" alt=\"Default bios boot up screen for ASUS motherboard\" class=\"wp-image-57753\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/ASUS-Bios-screen.png 538w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/ASUS-Bios-screen-300x223.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/ASUS-Bios-screen-150x112.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 538px) 100vw, 538px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>\n\n        <div class=\"protip\">\n            <div class=\"protip__heading\">\n                <svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path d=\"M1.49234 23.5024C1.23229 23.5024 0.972242 23.4024 0.782206 23.2123C0.562165 22.9923 0.452144 22.6822 0.502153 22.3722C0.562165 21.9221 1.14227 17.9113 3.00262 16.351C3.63274 15.8209 4.43289 15.5509 5.26305 15.5609C6.09321 15.5909 6.87335 15.9109 7.47347 16.4911C8.6937 17.6913 8.76371 19.6717 7.6435 20.9919C6.0832 22.8523 2.08245 23.4324 1.63237 23.4924C1.59236 23.4924 1.54235 23.4924 1.50234 23.4924L1.49234 23.5024ZM5.16303 17.5613C4.84297 17.5613 4.53291 17.6713 4.29287 17.8813C3.60274 18.4614 3.07264 19.9317 2.75258 21.242C4.06282 20.9219 5.5331 20.3918 6.11321 19.7017C6.55329 19.1716 6.54329 18.3814 6.0832 17.9213C5.85316 17.7013 5.5431 17.5713 5.20304 17.5613C5.19304 17.5613 5.17303 17.5613 5.16303 17.5613ZM11.7243 21.8821C11.4942 21.8821 11.2642 21.8021 11.0841 21.652C10.8541 21.462 10.7241 21.1819 10.7241 20.8819V15.9109L8.08358 13.2705H3.11264C2.81259 13.2705 2.53254 13.1404 2.3425 12.9104C2.15246 12.6803 2.07245 12.3803 2.12246 12.0902C2.19247 11.7102 2.84259 8.36953 4.70294 7.12929C6.33325 6.04909 8.96375 6.49918 10.244 6.80923C11.5442 4.96889 13.2546 3.4286 15.2349 2.33839C17.4553 1.11816 19.9858 0.518051 22.4963 0.498047C23.0464 0.498047 23.4865 0.948132 23.4865 1.49824C23.4865 5.0389 22.3763 9.97983 17.1753 13.7605C17.4853 15.0408 17.9354 17.6613 16.8552 19.2816C15.615 21.1419 12.2744 21.7921 11.8943 21.8621C11.8343 21.8721 11.7743 21.8821 11.7143 21.8821H11.7243ZM12.7245 16.181V19.6016C13.7146 19.2916 14.7948 18.7915 15.2049 18.1814C15.675 17.4812 15.605 16.091 15.385 14.9008C14.5248 15.3808 13.6346 15.8109 12.7245 16.181ZM9.66388 12.0302L11.9643 14.3307C13.1845 13.8306 14.3648 13.2204 15.485 12.5103C19.9358 9.51974 21.2361 5.60901 21.4561 2.53843C19.6157 2.67846 17.8254 3.20856 16.2051 4.09872C14.2847 5.14892 12.6544 6.68921 11.4942 8.54956C10.7841 9.65977 10.174 10.82 9.66388 12.0302ZM4.39289 11.2701H7.81353C8.1936 10.3599 8.63368 9.46974 9.11377 8.60957C7.92355 8.38953 6.51329 8.31952 5.81315 8.78961C5.19304 9.19968 4.70294 10.3099 4.39289 11.2701Z\" fill=\"#673DE6\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n                <p class=\"protip__title\">\n                    Pro Tip                <\/p>\n            <\/div>\n            <p class=\"protip__content\">In case you missed the BIOS screen, restart your computer and try again. <\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n        \n\n\n\n<\/p><p>Once in BIOS, look for the boot menu and set the order to make the USB drive the first one on the list. It should look like this:<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/MSI-Bios-settings.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1017\" height=\"251\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/MSI-Bios-settings.png\/public\" alt=\"Boot Priority settings for MSI BIOS\" class=\"wp-image-57754\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/MSI-Bios-settings.png 1017w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/MSI-Bios-settings-300x74.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/MSI-Bios-settings-150x37.png 150w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/MSI-Bios-settings-768x190.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1017px) 100vw, 1017px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>Now save and close BIOS. Give it a few minutes, and the Ubuntu installer should start. Once it begins, proceed to the next section about the Ubuntu installer.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-install-ubuntu-on-windows-using-virtualbox\">How to Install Ubuntu on Windows Using VirtualBox<\/h2><p>If you don&rsquo;t want to wipe your hard drive completely, go with the VirtualBox installation method. This will install Ubuntu inside a virtual machine, making it completely independent of the primary system.<\/p><p>This method is excellent for those who want to test out different Linux distributions or install third-party software packages for Ubuntu.<\/p><p>\n\n\n        <div class=\"protip\">\n            <div class=\"protip__heading\">\n                <svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path d=\"M1.49234 23.5024C1.23229 23.5024 0.972242 23.4024 0.782206 23.2123C0.562165 22.9923 0.452144 22.6822 0.502153 22.3722C0.562165 21.9221 1.14227 17.9113 3.00262 16.351C3.63274 15.8209 4.43289 15.5509 5.26305 15.5609C6.09321 15.5909 6.87335 15.9109 7.47347 16.4911C8.6937 17.6913 8.76371 19.6717 7.6435 20.9919C6.0832 22.8523 2.08245 23.4324 1.63237 23.4924C1.59236 23.4924 1.54235 23.4924 1.50234 23.4924L1.49234 23.5024ZM5.16303 17.5613C4.84297 17.5613 4.53291 17.6713 4.29287 17.8813C3.60274 18.4614 3.07264 19.9317 2.75258 21.242C4.06282 20.9219 5.5331 20.3918 6.11321 19.7017C6.55329 19.1716 6.54329 18.3814 6.0832 17.9213C5.85316 17.7013 5.5431 17.5713 5.20304 17.5613C5.19304 17.5613 5.17303 17.5613 5.16303 17.5613ZM11.7243 21.8821C11.4942 21.8821 11.2642 21.8021 11.0841 21.652C10.8541 21.462 10.7241 21.1819 10.7241 20.8819V15.9109L8.08358 13.2705H3.11264C2.81259 13.2705 2.53254 13.1404 2.3425 12.9104C2.15246 12.6803 2.07245 12.3803 2.12246 12.0902C2.19247 11.7102 2.84259 8.36953 4.70294 7.12929C6.33325 6.04909 8.96375 6.49918 10.244 6.80923C11.5442 4.96889 13.2546 3.4286 15.2349 2.33839C17.4553 1.11816 19.9858 0.518051 22.4963 0.498047C23.0464 0.498047 23.4865 0.948132 23.4865 1.49824C23.4865 5.0389 22.3763 9.97983 17.1753 13.7605C17.4853 15.0408 17.9354 17.6613 16.8552 19.2816C15.615 21.1419 12.2744 21.7921 11.8943 21.8621C11.8343 21.8721 11.7743 21.8821 11.7143 21.8821H11.7243ZM12.7245 16.181V19.6016C13.7146 19.2916 14.7948 18.7915 15.2049 18.1814C15.675 17.4812 15.605 16.091 15.385 14.9008C14.5248 15.3808 13.6346 15.8109 12.7245 16.181ZM9.66388 12.0302L11.9643 14.3307C13.1845 13.8306 14.3648 13.2204 15.485 12.5103C19.9358 9.51974 21.2361 5.60901 21.4561 2.53843C19.6157 2.67846 17.8254 3.20856 16.2051 4.09872C14.2847 5.14892 12.6544 6.68921 11.4942 8.54956C10.7841 9.65977 10.174 10.82 9.66388 12.0302ZM4.39289 11.2701H7.81353C8.1936 10.3599 8.63368 9.46974 9.11377 8.60957C7.92355 8.38953 6.51329 8.31952 5.81315 8.78961C5.19304 9.19968 4.70294 10.3099 4.39289 11.2701Z\" fill=\"#673DE6\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n                <p class=\"protip__title\">\n                    Pro Tip                <\/p>\n            <\/div>\n            <p class=\"protip__content\">The virtual machine installation method allows you to install Ubuntu alongside other operating systems on the same computer.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n        \n\n\n\n<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-download-and-install-virtualbox\">1. Download and Install VirtualBox<\/h3><p>Start by downloading the newest version of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.virtualbox.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oracle VirtualBox<\/a>. Once done, open the executable file and proceed with the installation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-installer-first-step.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"483\" height=\"353\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-installer-first-step.png\/public\" alt=\"VirtualBox installation process\" class=\"wp-image-57755\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-installer-first-step.png 483w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-installer-first-step-300x219.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-installer-first-step-150x110.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 483px) 100vw, 483px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>When asked about network interfaces, select <strong>Yes<\/strong>. Note that the internet connection might go down for a few minutes during the installation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-installer-network-interfaces-warning.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"481\" height=\"358\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-installer-network-interfaces-warning.png\/public\" alt=\"VirtualBox installer network interfaces warning\" class=\"wp-image-57756\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-installer-network-interfaces-warning.png 481w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-installer-network-interfaces-warning-300x223.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-installer-network-interfaces-warning-150x112.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 481px) 100vw, 481px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>Next, proceed with the default installation settings.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-download-and-install-linux-iso\">2. Download and Install Linux ISO<\/h3><p>After installing VirtualBox, open it by using the desktop shortcut and select <strong>New<\/strong> to create a new virtual machine.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-button-to-create-a-new-VM.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"860\" height=\"308\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-button-to-create-a-new-VM.png\/public\" alt=\"Main VirtualBox window. The red border indicates the button to create a new virtual machine\" class=\"wp-image-57758\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-button-to-create-a-new-VM.png 860w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-button-to-create-a-new-VM-300x107.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-button-to-create-a-new-VM-150x54.png 150w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-button-to-create-a-new-VM-768x275.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 860px) 100vw, 860px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>Specify the virtual machine name and select the amount of RAM to be assigned. We recommend giving half the amount of the main system. For example, if the computer has 8 GB of RAM, assign 4 GB to the virtual machine.<\/p><p>There is also an option to specify a virtual hard disk since it&rsquo;s a fresh installation &ndash; go with the default settings and click on <strong>Create<\/strong>. <\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-virtual-machine-creation.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"566\" height=\"463\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-virtual-machine-creation.png\/public\" alt=\"VirtualBox window to specify the virtual machine name and memory size\" class=\"wp-image-57759\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-virtual-machine-creation.png 566w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-virtual-machine-creation-300x245.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-virtual-machine-creation-150x123.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 566px) 100vw, 566px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>Next up, choose the file location for the virtual machine, specify file size and click on <strong>Create<\/strong>. We will be keeping the default hard disk file type and dynamically allocated storage. Dynamic storage saves a lot of space because it grows as the data inside the virtual disk increases. On the other hand, fixed storage takes up the full amount right from the start. <\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-virtual-hard-disk-settings.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"490\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-virtual-hard-disk-settings.png\/public\" alt=\"VirtualBox window to specify hard drive size, type and storage\" class=\"wp-image-57760\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-virtual-hard-disk-settings.png 490w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-virtual-hard-disk-settings-300x258.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-virtual-hard-disk-settings-150x129.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 490px) 100vw, 490px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>The virtual machine is now created. However, it will show an error message about no boot device. To fix it, select <strong>Settings<\/strong>, as you will need to assign the Ubuntu ISO file downloaded earlier.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-settings-button.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"862\" height=\"378\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-settings-button.png\/public\" alt=\"Main VirtualBox window. The red border indicates the button to open the settings menu\" class=\"wp-image-57767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-settings-button.png 862w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-settings-button-300x132.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-settings-button-150x66.png 150w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-settings-button-768x337.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 862px) 100vw, 862px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>Once in the settings, open the <strong>Storage <\/strong>section and assign the ISO file to the <strong>Controller: IDE<\/strong>.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Virtualbox-mounting-ISO-file.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"823\" height=\"264\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Virtualbox-mounting-ISO-file.png\/public\" alt=\"VirtualBox window showing how to mount ISO file to DVD drive\" class=\"wp-image-57763\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Virtualbox-mounting-ISO-file.png 823w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Virtualbox-mounting-ISO-file-300x96.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Virtualbox-mounting-ISO-file-150x48.png 150w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Virtualbox-mounting-ISO-file-768x246.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 823px) 100vw, 823px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>The end result will look like this:<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-storage-settings.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"635\" height=\"516\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-storage-settings.png\/public\" alt=\"VirtualBox storage settings\" class=\"wp-image-57764\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-storage-settings.png 635w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-storage-settings-300x244.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-storage-settings-150x122.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 635px) 100vw, 635px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>Now, you can start the virtual machine without any issues.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-start-button.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"285\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-start-button.png\/public\" alt=\"Main VirtualBox window. The red border indicates the button to open the settings menu\" class=\"wp-image-57761\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-start-button.png 697w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-start-button-300x123.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/VirtualBox-start-button-150x61.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>Give it a few minutes, and the Ubuntu installer should start. Then, proceed to the next section about the Ubuntu installer.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-proceed-with-ubuntu-installer\">How to Proceed With Ubuntu Installer<\/h2><p>When the system boots to the new Ubuntu installation screen, select the <strong>Try or Install Ubuntu<\/strong> option.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installer-first-step.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"705\" height=\"349\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installer-first-step.png\/public\" alt=\"The first step in the Ubuntu installation process. Try or Install Ubuntu button is selected\" class=\"wp-image-57768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installer-first-step.png 705w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installer-first-step-300x149.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installer-first-step-150x74.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 705px) 100vw, 705px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>Select the installer language and choose the <strong>Install Ubuntu <\/strong>option in the next step. There is also an option to test Ubuntu. In that case, none of the hard drive files would get wiped. However, we are proceeding with the full installation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installer-step-to-choose-the-language.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"792\" height=\"559\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installer-step-to-choose-the-language.png\/public\" alt=\"Ubuntu installer step to choose the main language. The red border indicates the button to install Ubuntu\" class=\"wp-image-57769\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installer-step-to-choose-the-language.png 792w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installer-step-to-choose-the-language-300x212.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installer-step-to-choose-the-language-150x106.png 150w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installer-step-to-choose-the-language-768x542.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 792px) 100vw, 792px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>Choose the preferred keyboard layout and continue.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Ubunt-keyboard-layout-settings.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"789\" height=\"490\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Ubunt-keyboard-layout-settings.png\/public\" alt=\"Ubuntu keyboard layout settings\" class=\"wp-image-57771\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubunt-keyboard-layout-settings.png 789w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubunt-keyboard-layout-settings-300x186.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubunt-keyboard-layout-settings-150x93.png 150w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubunt-keyboard-layout-settings-768x477.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 789px) 100vw, 789px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>Now you can choose between the Normal and Minimal installations. We recommend sticking with the <strong>Normal installation<\/strong> since it offers more helpful utilities and software packages. Additionally, select the option to download updates to get the latest possible version. <\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-updates-and-other-software.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"648\" height=\"358\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-updates-and-other-software.png\/public\" alt=\"Ubuntu installer step to select update settings and specify if an user wants normal or minimal installation\" class=\"wp-image-57772\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-updates-and-other-software.png 648w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-updates-and-other-software-300x166.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-updates-and-other-software-150x83.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 648px) 100vw, 648px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>For the <strong>Installation type<\/strong>, choose <strong>Erase disk and install Ubuntu<\/strong>.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installation-type.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"711\" height=\"240\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installation-type.png\/public\" alt=\"Ubuntu installer step to select the installation type\" class=\"wp-image-57774\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installation-type.png 711w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installation-type-300x101.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installation-type-150x51.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 711px) 100vw, 711px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>When asked about partition, click on <strong>Continue<\/strong>.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installer-partition-warning.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"252\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installer-partition-warning.png\/public\" alt=\"Ubuntu installer step warning user about the root partition that will be created\" class=\"wp-image-57773\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installer-partition-warning.png 700w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installer-partition-warning-300x108.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installer-partition-warning-150x54.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>Next up, select the timezone.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-timezone.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"778\" height=\"504\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-timezone.png\/public\" alt=\"Ubuntu installer step allowing user to select their timezone\" class=\"wp-image-57775\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-timezone.png 778w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-timezone-300x194.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-timezone-150x97.png 150w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-timezone-768x498.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 778px) 100vw, 778px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>Lastly, fill in the name, username, and password.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installer-user-creation.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"411\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installer-user-creation.png\/public\" alt=\"Ubuntu installer step to specify new operating system user\" class=\"wp-image-57776\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installer-user-creation.png 576w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installer-user-creation-300x214.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-installer-user-creation-150x107.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>After clicking continue, Ubuntu installation will start. Give it about 20 minutes and restart the computer after installation is done. Once the computer boots up, you should see the default welcome screen.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-welcome-screen-after-installation.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"782\" height=\"584\" src=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/LqiWLm-3MGbYHtFuUbcBtA\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-welcome-screen-after-installation.png\/public\" alt=\"Ubuntu default desktop screen\" class=\"wp-image-57777\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-welcome-screen-after-installation.png 782w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-welcome-screen-after-installation-300x224.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-welcome-screen-after-installation-150x112.png 150w, https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/in\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2022\/06\/Ubuntu-welcome-screen-after-installation-768x574.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 782px) 100vw, 782px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>Congratulations &ndash; you have successfully installed Ubuntu on your computer.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2><p>Due to its simplicity and versatility, Ubuntu is often the go-to choice for an operating system. Although, not all Linux beginners might know how to install it.<\/p><p>In this tutorial, we&rsquo;ve covered the main points of Ubuntu installation:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Requirements to install Ubuntu Linux on a desktop computer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to make a bootable Ubuntu USB device with Rufus.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to install Ubuntu on a physical Windows machine by wiping out the old operating system.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to install Ubuntu on a virtual machine by using Oracle VirtualBox software.<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>We hope that you have learned the main aspects of installing Ubuntu. 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