

If you're installing Ubuntu as your main operating system, before moving ahead you'll need to create an Ubuntu 23.04 startup disk. Requirements for installing Ubuntu as main operating system In both cases, you should have an active connection to the internet so that you can download updates and 3rd party software such as graphics cards drivers. In this case, first install VirtualBox on your main system.
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If you want to test Ubuntu or just learn how to install it, you can install it on a virtual machine. This option will require more machine power, since you'll have to share RAM memory with the VM (about 4GB recommended).Install Ubuntu 23.04 on a virtual machine with VirtualBox.You can also try Ubuntu from the startup disk before installing it. This is the recommended option to have the best experience with Ubuntu, but it will erase all data in your hard disk.Install Ubuntu 23.04 as the main operating system on your computer (recommended).In order to follow this guide, you'll need access to a computer or laptop where you can install Ubuntu 23.04 from scratch. In this guide, learn step-by-step how to install Ubuntu 23.04 desktop on a local system or virtual machine.

Although the 23.04 release is not an LTS (long-term support) release, it brings several updates such as a brand new desktop installer and Gnome version 44.

The latest Ubuntu release came out in late April, and is called Lunar Lobster.
