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In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of installing Ubuntu on a Virtual Machine (VM) using VirtualBox. Follow these steps to download the Ubuntu ISO file, set up the VM, and enable scale mode on VirtualBox for Ubuntu.

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Step 1: Download the Ubuntu ISO File.

• Open Your Browser: You can use any browser like Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome.

• Search for Ubuntu: Type "download Ubuntu" in the search bar and click on the "Get Ubuntu Download" option.

• Visit the Official Site: Click on "Accept All" to visit the site.

• Select Version: Choose the Ubuntu version suitable for your requirements.

•  For desktop users, click on "Download Ubuntu to Desktop".

• Download ISO: The latest version, Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, is around 6GB. Click on "Download", select your preferred download location (e.g., Downloads folder), and save the file.

Step 2: Setting Up the Virtual Machine in VirtualBox.

a) Open VirtualBox: Launch the Oracle VM VirtualBox Manager.

b) Create New VM:

• Click on "New".

• Enter a name for your VM.

• Select the folder where you want to save the VM files.

• Choose the downloaded Ubuntu ISO file from the Downloads folder.

c) Configure VM Settings:

• Leave the initial options as default.

• Ensure the host name contain atleaset three alphabets.

• Set the base memory (RAM) up to 8GB or more.

• Set the processor to 2 CPU cores or more. Its upto you.

• Create a virtual hard disk and allocate 50GB.

d) Review Configuration: Check all settings and click on "Finish".

Step 3: Installing Ubuntu on VirtualBox.

a) Start the Installation: Click on "Try or Install" and proceed with the installation process.

b) Initial Setup:

• Select your preferred language (e.g., English) and click "Next".

• Choose to use a wired connection and skip updates since you have the latest ISO.

c) Installation Type:

• Select "Install Ubuntu alongside or instead of your current OS".

• Choose "Interactive Installation" for a guided setup.

d) Select Apps and Software:

• Choose the default selection for essential apps.

• Opt to install recommended proprietary software for better performance.

• Select "Install third-party software" for graphics and Wi-Fi hardware, and additional media formats.

e) User Details:

• Enter a username (e.g., eTechniz) and a basic password.

• Choose your time zone and click "Next".

f) Complete Installation: Click "Install". It will take some time to complete.

Step 4: Enable Scale Mode on VirtualBox.

a) Restart and Set Up: After installation, restart the VM.

b) Insert Guest Additions CD:

• Click on "Devices" > "Insert Guest Additional CD Image".
• Open the CD in the terminal.

c) Run Commands in Terminal:

• Type ls and press enter.
• Use the command sudo ./VBoxLinuxAdditions.run
• If prompted to install bzip2, use sudo apt-get install bzip2 first.

d) Complete Setup: Allow the commands to run and then maximize your VM window to enable scale mode.