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‣ If your computer is older, a netbook, or you do not know the type of processor in the computer, install the -bit version. If your computer has a -bit processor, click on the “-bit” option before you click “Start download.” Downloading Ubuntu as a torrent
When a new version of Ubuntu is released, the download servers can get “clogged” as large numbers of people try to download or upgrade Ubuntu at the same time. If you are familiar with using torrents, you can download the torrent file by clicking “Alternative downloads,” and then “BitTorrent download.” Downloading via torrent may improve your download speed, and will also be help to spread Ubuntu to other users worldwide.
Torrents are a way of sharing files and information around the Internet via peer-to-peer file sharing. A file with the .torrent extension is made available to users, which is then opened with a compatible program such as uTorrent, Deluge, or Transmission. These programs download parts of the file from other people all around the world.
Burning the CD image
Once your download is complete, you will be le with a file called ubuntu.-desktop-i.iso or similar (i here in the filename refers to the -bit version. If you downloaded the -bit version, the filename contains amd instead). is file is a image—a snapshot of the contents of a —which you will need to burn to a .
While the 64-bit version of Ubuntu is referred to as the “AMD64” version, it will work on Intel, AMD, and other compatible 64-bit processors.
Creating a bootable USB drive
If your is able to boot from a stick, you may prefer to use a memory stick instead of burning a . Scroll down to “Burn your or create a drive,” select or stick, choose the you are using to create the drive, and then click Show me how. If you select the “ Stick” option, your installation will be running from the memory stick. In this case, references to Live , will refer to the memory stick. Trying out Ubuntu
e Ubuntu and stick function not only as installation media, but also allow you to test Ubuntu without making any permanent changes to your computer by running the entire operating system from the or stick. Your computer reads information from a at a much slower speed than it can read information off of a hard drive. Running Ubuntu from the Live also occupies a large portion of your computer’s memory, which would usually be available for applications to access when Ubuntu is running from your hard drive. e Live / experience will therefore feel slightly slower than it does when Ubuntu is actually installed on your computer. Running Ubuntu from the / is a great way to test things out and allows you to try the default applications, browse the Internet, and get a general feel for the operating system. It’s also useful for checking that your computer hardware works properly in Ubuntu and that there are no major compatibility issues. To try out Ubuntu using the Live / stick, insert the Ubuntu into your drive, or connect the drive and restart your computer. Aer your computer finds the Live / stick, and a quick loading screen, you will be presented with the “Welcome” screen. Using your
In some cases, your computer will not recognize that the Ubuntu CD or USB is present as it starts up and will start your existing operating system instead. Generally, this means that the priority given to boot devices when your computer is starting needs to be changed. For example, your computer might be set to look for information from your hard drive, and then to look for information on a CD or USB. To run Ubuntu from the Live CD or USB, we want the computer to look for information from the appropriate device first. Changing your boot priority is usually handled by BIOS settings; this is beyond the scope of this guide. If you need assistance with changing the boot priority, see your computer manufacturer’s documentation for more information.