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# Install Ubuntu 18.04 LTS (recommended)

## 1. Download the ISO for the latest version of Ubuntu 18.04 LTS

### <https://releases.ubuntu.com/18.04/>

You most likely want the 64-bit PC (AMD64) desktop image.

## 2. Create a bootable Ubuntu disk

If you are on a Ubuntu machine (not 18.04 LTS):&#x20;

<https://ubuntu.com/tutorials/create-a-usb-stick-on-ubuntu#1-overview>

If you are on a Windows machine:&#x20;

[https://ubuntu.com/tutorials/create-a-usb-stick-on-ubuntu#1-overview](https://ubuntu.com/tutorials/create-a-usb-stick-on-windows#1-overview)

If you are on a macOS machine:&#x20;

<https://ubuntu.com/tutorials/create-a-usb-stick-on-macos#1-overview>

## 3. Once the system is booted using the bootable disk, choose "Install Ubuntu"

![](/files/-MLxLzPsoBlGPyIEf8_E)

## 4. Choose "Normal Installation"

![](/files/-MLxM1k4Wjd2K4SM6xrM)

## 5. Choose "Erase Disk and Install Ubuntu"

![](/files/-MLxMCYEootKT0uBW0cr)

## 6.  Create and enter your login name, computer name, username, and password

![](/files/-MLxMGUDiTDCivoF2Lb9)

## 7. You are now installing Ubuntu 18.04 LTS. This will take around 5-10 minutes depending on the speed of your computer

## 8. Once the installation is complete, remove the USB/DVD from the drive and restart your system

## 9. Your Ubuntu installation is ready!