These tutorials will help you set up and configure the Ubuntu operating system to your needs.
This guide will show you how to zip files and folders on an Ubuntu-based operating system. Throughout this, you will learn how easy it is to use both the command line and desktop interface to create an archive using the zip format. Read More...
In this tutorial, we will teach you how to list the packages installed on your Ubuntu system. Within this guide, you will explore two different methods. The first is to use the apt package manager to list installed packages. The other is to use the dpkg tool. Read More...
In this guide, you will learn how to add support for the exFAT filesystem to Ubuntu. Microsoft developed exFAT for flash-based storage. You can add support for the filesystem to Ubuntu by compiling a special, open-source kernel-based driver. Read More...
In this guide, you will learn how to install xrdp to the Ubuntu operating system. xrdp is an open-source version of Microsoft's remote desktop protocol. The remote desktop functionality allows you to control your computer as if you were sitting at the screen. Read More...
In this guide, you will learn how to perform a traceroute on an Ubuntu operating system. A traceroute is a good way of checking your device's routing between an end destination. This can help diagnose connection issues and potential slow hops on your network. Read More...
This guide will show you how to install the OpenJDK version of Java to Ubuntu. OpenJDK is an open-source and free version of Java. Following this guide you will learn how easy it is to install both the Java Runtime Environment and the Java Development kit. Read More...
In this tutorial you will learn how to unzip files on the Ubuntu operating system. A ZIP file is a popular format for archiving files. We will be showing you how to use the command line as well as Ubuntu's desktop interface to extract the files from archives. Read More...
In this guide, you will learn how to update your Ubuntu operating system using either the command line or the desktop interface. Updating is a crucial part of maintaining your operating systems security, performance and stability. Updating Ubuntu is a straightforward and easy task. Read More...
Learn how you can delete a user on the Ubuntu operating system. As a Linux-based multi-user OS knowing how to manage users is essential. You will see how you can use the deluser command in the terminal or the Ubuntu desktop interface to remove a user. Read More...
In this guide, we will be teaching you how to add a user to the Ubuntu operating system. It is essential to learn how to add a new user when dealing with a multi-user OS like Ubuntu. Users can have different permissions allowing you to control their access. Read More...
Learn how you can easily change a user's password on the Ubuntu operating system using either the terminal or desktop interfaces. Changing a password is a potentially crucial task for managing your Ubuntu machine, especially when dealing with multiple users. Read More...
In this guide, you will be learning how straightforward it is to change the hostname on your Ubuntu operating system using the hostnamectl tool. The hostname is a label that a computer broadcasts to the rest of the network. It can be used to identify the device. Read More...
In this guide, we will be teaching you the process of setting a static IP address on your Ubuntu 20.04 machine using Netplan and the desktop GUI. Netplan is the default networking tool used in modern versions of IP and can easily request a static IP. Read More...
With this guide, we will teach you how easy it is to install the Zoom client to your Ubuntu machine. Zoom is a popular conferencing software that allows you to host conferences and connect to them easily. It is used in various places, from schools to businesses. Read More...
This guide will show you how to install the official NVIDIA driver to your Ubuntu device using some easy, straightforward steps. The proprietary video drivers offer better performance and compatibility when compared to the open-source ones Ubuntu ships with. Read More...
In this guide, you will learn how to enable support for the SSH protocol on your Ubuntu machine. SSH is a robust and secure protocol for remotely connecting to devices over a network. To achieve this, we will install the OpenSSH server in a couple of straightforward steps. Read More...
In this guide we will be showing you the straightforward steps to disabling support for the IPv6 protocol on your Ubuntu device. Disabling IPv6 is helpful in scenarios where you are having connection issues due to a service that has been badly configured for the protocol. Read More...
In this guide, you will learn the various ways that you can check your Ubuntu version using the terminal. Finding out what release you are using is helpful for knowing what software is compatible with your operating system. Read More...
In this guide you will learn how to set up a static IP address on the Ubuntu 18.04 operating system. Using a static IP allows your device to have a consistent point you can connect to. When your connect to a router you can make a request for a specific IP from its pool. Read More...
In this guide, you will learn how to install Ubuntu to a VirtualBox virtual machine. VirtualBox is a virtualization software for x86 based operating systems such as Linux. Following this guide, you will be able to install Ubuntu on top of your existing OS. Read More...