LINUX#
Linux is a best-known, versatile and most used open-source operating system initially developed by Linus Torvalds in 1991 as a ‘hobby’. There are many distributions or distros (different organizations and communities create their own versions e.g Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora etc.) of Linux, which include different software options. This means that Linux is incredibly customizable.
Ubuntu#
Ubuntu was used after the African philosopher translated it to “Humanity to Other”. Ubuntu has been derived from Debian’s architecture and the Linux server. It is free of cost and comes with a built-in firewall system and user-friendly interface. With Ubuntu, you do not need to worry about hackers.
What Windows’ Get Wrong About Linux! VM’Foolproof Tactics#
That’s what makes Linux so good: you put in something, and that effort multiplies. It’s a positive feedback cycle.
Step-by-Step Installation#
Laugh in the face of danger! here is the detailed explanation of how to do it:
step 1: Installing VirtualBox#
VirtualBox is software that enables us to run operating systems like Ubuntu, Windows, and many other operating systems.This is particularly useful for testing software, experimenting with different configurations, and isolating environments for increased security.
- Open the terminal and run the following command to update repositories.