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Ubuntu Tutorials

Ubuntu is an open-source operating system based on Debian Linux. It is a community-based Linux distribution. It’s known for its user-friendly interface and wide range of software options. As a beginner, Ubuntu provides an excellent platform to learn and experiment with Linux.

Ubuntu is a popular Linux distribution that uses the GNOME graphical desktop environment, which is the default desktop environment for Ubuntu. Another popular desktop environment is the Plasma Desktop from KDE.

Ubuntu variants

Ubuntu has several editions that support various use cases and can run on personal laptops and cloud servers.

Some of the Ubuntu variants are as follows:

  • Ubuntu Desktop
  • Ubuntu Server
  • Ubuntu Cloud
  • Ubuntu IoT
  • Edubuntu
  • Kubuntu

Ubuntu Desktop

This flavor of Ubuntu Desktop is designed for regular home and personal computer users. You can easily install it on your PC and enjoy the benefits of office tools like LibreOffice, email software Thunderbird, text editors, music, and video software.

Ubuntu Server

Ubuntu Server is utilized for hosting application and database servers, and has built-in support for cloud platforms.

Ubuntu Cloud

Ubuntu Cloud is for cloud machines or cloud production clusters.

Ubuntu IoT

Ubuntu IoT is for IoT devices, home appliances, industrial systems, etc.

Edubuntu is a free education-oriented Ubuntu for kids.

Kubuntu is like Ubuntu but based on KDE. The operating system’s look and feel are mostly different from Plasma Desktop.

Ubuntu Desktop GNOME

Ubuntu GNOME Desktop

Most tutorials use the Ubuntu version 20.x unless otherwise specified in the tutorials with GNOME 3.3x.

Installation Guide

We’ve got a detailed step-by-step guide to help you install Ubuntu on your system. From creating a bootable USB pen drive to configuring the installation.

Bootable USB Pen drive

Bootable USB Pendrive with Ubuntu install files from .iso file:

Install Ubuntu on PC

Ubuntu Virtual Machine

Ubuntu Desktop

Let’s explore the Ubuntu desktop and familiarize ourselves with its various components. We’ll guide you through the desktop environment, explain its features, and show you how to customize it to suit your preferences.

 

Essential Installations

Ubuntu Linux comes with many pre-installed applications to meet your everyday needs, such as web browsing, email, word processing, etc. Some common applications and install instructions are outlined below:

Oracle JDK Install

Eclipse Install

Apache Web Server

JBoss Application Server

Maven Install

Testcase Management Tool

Linux Commands