How to install Ubuntu in a virtual machine

Installing Ubuntu in a virtual machine is a straightforward process and can be done using popular virtualization software like Oracle VirtualBox or VMware. Here's a step-by-step guide to installing Ubuntu in a virtual machine using Oracle VirtualBox:

Step 1: Download Ubuntu ISO:

1. Go to the official Ubuntu website: https://ubuntu.com/download/desktop
2. Download the Ubuntu Desktop ISO image. Choose the appropriate version (e.g., 20.04 LTS) and download the 64-bit ISO.

Step 2: Install Oracle VirtualBox:

1. Download and install Oracle VirtualBox from the official website: https://www.virtualbox.org/

Step 3: Create a New Virtual Machine:

1. Open Oracle VirtualBox.
2. Click on the "New" button in the toolbar.
3. Enter a name for your virtual machine (e.g., Ubuntu), select "Linux" as the type, and choose "Ubuntu" as the version.

Step 4: Configure Virtual Machine Settings:

1. Allocate memory (RAM) for the virtual machine. It's recommended to allocate at least 2GB for Ubuntu.
2. Create a virtual hard disk. You can choose the default options for the virtual hard disk.

Step 5: Configure Boot Order:

1. Select the virtual machine you just created from the list.
2. Click on the "Settings" button.
3. Go to the "Storage" tab.
4. Under the "Controller: IDE" section, click on the empty disk icon, then select the Ubuntu ISO file you downloaded in Step 1.
5. Move the ISO file to the top of the boot order list.

Step 6: Install Ubuntu:

1. Start the virtual machine by clicking the "Start" button.
2. The virtual machine will boot from the Ubuntu ISO.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to install Ubuntu on the virtual machine.

Step 7: Complete Ubuntu Installation:

1. Choose the language and click "Install Ubuntu."
2. Follow the installation wizard, providing necessary information such as language, location, keyboard layout, and user account details.
3. When prompted, choose the installation type (e.g., Erase disk and install Ubuntu for a basic setup).
4. Click "Install Now" and follow the prompts to complete the installation.

Step 8: Reboot and Use Ubuntu:

1. Once the installation is complete, reboot the virtual machine.
2. Log in with the credentials you set during the installation process.

You now have Ubuntu installed and running within a virtual machine on your system using Oracle VirtualBox. You can customize the virtual machine settings or install additional software as needed.

Source: Some or all of the content was generated using an AI language model