How to install Ubuntu Linux on Mac

The right guide for those who want to install Ubuntu Linux on a Mac computer.

Ubuntu is one of the most popular and easy-to-use operating systems and a very good alternative for those who want an open source work environment.

1. First you need to make sure that your computer can run Linux. To find out, check if it meets the following system requirements:

• 2 GHz dual-core processor
• 2 gigabytes of RAM (system memory)
• 25 gigabytes of hard disk space
• A DVD drive or a USB on your computer

2. Find a blank DVD disc or flash drive. To install Ubuntu Linux on your computer, you will first need to create an installer by placing the Ubuntu ISO file on a disc or flash drive.

If you use a DVD, a standard 4.5 GB disc will be sufficient. If you choose to use a flash drive, make sure it is at least 2 GB.

3. Download the Ubuntu Linux ISO file. Go to: https://www.ubuntu.com/download/desktop

Scroll down and click “Download” to the right of your preferred version, the latest LTS version is 18.10.

Scroll down and click the “Not now, go to the download link” button.

Wait for the download to begin or click the “download now” link.

4. Copy the ISO file to a DVD. You can also use a flash drive, but you'll need to format it to either FAT32 (Windows) or MS-DOS (FAT) (Mac), and then use UNetBootin or Rufus to make the flash drive recognizable to your computer's operating system.
5. Partition hard drive . By creating partitions on your hard drive, you allow that part to act as a separate hard drive. This is where you'll install Linux, so it should be at least five gigabytes. The Ubuntu support page recommends at least 25 gigabytes of free space.

6. Make sure you have the installer installed. The DVD or flash drive should be inserted or connected to your computer. Once you are sure the installer is connected and you have completed the remaining steps in this section, you can proceed to install Ubuntu Linux on your Mac.

How to install Ubuntu on a Mac computer

Open the Apple menu Image named Macapple 1.png . Click on the Apple logo in the upper left corner of the screen. A drop-down menu will appear.

Click Restart. It's near the bottom of the drop-down menu.

Click Restart Now when prompted. This will begin restarting Mac .

Immediately hold down the ⌥ Option key . Do this right after selecting Restart Now . You will need to continue holding it until you see the necessary update.

*If you are booting from a DVD, you do not need to do this. Just wait for the Linux installer window to appear.

Stop holding down the ⌥ Option key when the boot manager window appears . After a window with different hard drive options appears, you can release the ⌥ Option key .

Select the name of the flash drive and press ⏎ Return. Use the arrow keys to select it. This will start your computer from the flash drive.

Wait for the Linux installer window. If you are booting from a DVD, the process may take a few minutes.

Select Install Ubuntu and press ⏎ Return. This will open the Ubuntu installer program.

Select a language, then click Continue. Click the language you want to use for Ubuntu, and click Continue in the lower-right corner.

Click Install Ubuntu. It's on the right side of the window.

Check both boxes on the “Preparing to install Ubuntu” page. Check the “Download updates while installing Ubuntu” box as well as “Install third-party software for graphics.”

Click the Continue button. It's in the lower-right corner of the window.

Check the box “Install Ubuntu alongside Mac”. You will find it at the top of the window.

Click “Install Now.” It’s in the bottom right corner.

Click the Continuewhen prompted. This will begin the Ubuntu installation process.

Select a region and click the Continue button . Also select your region's time zone

Select a keyboard layout and click Continue. Also select a preferred language on the left side of the window.

Enter your user details. Fill in the following fields:

• Your name – Your last name.
• Your computer name – The name you want your computer to use. Make sure this isn't too complicated.
• Choose a username – Type a username you want to use for your Ubuntu profile.
• Choose a password. This is what you will use to log in to your computer.
• Confirm password – Retype the password.

Select a login option between “Automatic login” or “Require my password to log in” in the center of the page.

Click Continue.

Click Restart when prompted. This will bring up a screen where you can select your preferred operating system (e.g. Ubuntu or Windows).

Select Ubuntu and press ↵ Enter. Your computer will boot into Ubuntu, which means you have successfully installed Ubuntu Linux on your Mac.