Portable Ubuntu For Windows

ubuntu 14.04 has long been available as a portable media, and works just like most other distros. you can use it to flash your sd card and try ubuntu out. it's not the easiest option though, as it's a full-featured operating system.

Portable Ubuntu for Windows

while there are many ways to install ubuntu, a version of ubuntu that can be installed like any other windows app is ubuntu for windows. this version is not a full operating system, but a stripped-down version of ubuntu that can be used to install an ubuntu variant on your windows pc. this is most useful when you have a windows 8.1, or later pc and you want to try out ubuntu.

with the release of ubuntu 16.04, ubuntu decided to have a split-off development release as well. it's called ubuntu gnome, and its goal is to provide a version of ubuntu for the gnome users. this edition of ubuntu is based on ubuntu 16.04, while it uses the gnome-based package system and it's bundled with gnome apps.

ubuntu has always been available on cd and on dvd. now that the installation is fully downloaded, you can still get your hand on ubuntu with the dvd iso, or on a cd. both these types of media have been around since 2004, and they are a great way to get your hands on ubuntu.

if you are using a pc that supports linux, you can easily install ubuntu on it. by default, you will get the regular version of ubuntu that ships on the cds. however, if you wish to install a different edition of ubuntu, you can download the iso file and boot your computer from it.

you may be asked to enter your ubuntu password every time you click on the date time icon. the solution to this is simple. point your profile manager to the folder /documents/ubuntu.date and you will have the date time indicator at your disposal. if you dont want to bother with the usb stick to get ubuntu on your windows, you can try windows live. windows live simplifies the installation of ubuntu and allows you to use it on your desktop, laptop or tablet.