Download UBUNTU 10.04
The easiest and most common method for getting Ubuntu is to download theUbuntu CD image directly from http://www.ubuntu.com. Head to the website and click the “Download Ubuntu” link at the top. Select the nearest download location to you in the drop-down box (to ensure maximum download speed), then click “Begin Download.”Install UBUNTU 10.04
The process of installing Ubuntu is designed to be quick and easy, however,we realize that some people may find the idea a little daunting. To help you get started we have included step-by-step instructions below. If you have already tested out the Ubuntu Live cd, you should now be familiar with the initial “Welcome” screen that appears. Again, select your language on theleft-hand side, then click the button labeled Install Ubuntu 10.04.At least 3GB of free space on your hard drive is required in order to install Ubuntu, however, 10GB or more of free space is recommended.
The next screen will display a world map. Using your mouse, click your
location on the map to tell Ubuntu where you are. Alternatively, you can use
the drop-down lists underneath. This allows Ubuntu to set up your system
clock and other location-based features. Click Forward when you are ready to
move on.
Next, you need to tell Ubuntu what keyboard you are using. Usually, you will find the suggested option is satisfactory. If you are unsure, you can click the Guess button to have Ubuntu work out the correct choice by asking you to press a series of keys. You can also choose your own keyboard layout from the list. If you like, type something into the box at the bottom to make sure you are happy with your selection, then click Forward to continue.
Erase and use the entire disk----- Use this option if you want to erase your entire disk. This will delete any existing operating systems that are installed on that disk, such as Windows XP,and install Ubuntu in its place. This option is also useful if you have an empty hard drive, as Ubuntu will automatically create the necessary partitions.
Guided partitioning--- If you already have another operating system installed on your hard drive, and want to install Ubuntu alongside it, Choose the Install them side yside,choosing between them each startup option.Ubuntu will automatically detect the other operating system and install Ubuntu alongside it. For more complicated dual-booting setups, you will need to configure the partitions manually.
Specifying partitions manually---- Its better use this option to install safely your UBUNTU 10.04 as you can select the swap area and other memory spaces manually.
First of all you select the option 'create partition manually'--->Then click 'forward'---> Here you have to create the swap area first,and select the type of extended file system.
To create swap area you have to enter the size of the swap area. Its usually be just the double of your RAM size. But if the swap area is too large there will be chance to retard the system speed. So the recommended size will be 1.5GB.
After creating swap area the extended file system to be selected. First enter the memory size. Give memory size of about 15GB. You can give a low memory size too. Then select the type of extended file system. There are ext2,ext3,ext4 file systems are available. You can select any of the type(say ext2). Then select the mount point as '\'. Click ok.
Once you are happy with the way the partitions are going to be set up,click the Forward button at the bottom to move on.
Enter your details
Ubuntu needs to know some information about you so it can set up the primary log in account on your computer. Your name will appear on the login screen as well as the MeMenu,
On this screen you will need to tell Ubuntu:
‣ your real name,
‣ your desired username,
‣ your desired password,
‣ what you want to call your computer,
‣ how you want Ubuntu to log you in.
Type in your full name under “What is your name?”. The next text field is where you select a username for yourself, and is the name that will be displayed at the Ubuntu login screen when you turn on your computer. You will see this is automatically filled in for you with your first name.
Next, choose a password and enter it into the first password field on the Although you can choose your preferred username and computer name. Then choose a password. Now you need to decide on your computer’s name. Again, this will be filled in for you automatically using the login name you entered above . Finally, at the bottom of this screen you have three options to choose from regarding how you want to log in to Ubuntu.
Log in automatically--->Require my password to login--->Require my password to login and decrypt my home folder(If you choose this option, be careful not to enable automatic login at a later date.It will cause complications with your encrypted home folder, and will potentially log you out of important files.
Choose either of the first two options.
Confirm your settings and begin installation.The last screen summarizes your install settings, including any changes that will be made to the partitions on your hard drive. Note the warning about data being destroyed on any removed or formatted partitions—if you have important information on your hard drive that is not backed up, now would be a good time to check that you have set up your partitions correctly.
you have made sure that all the settings are correct, click on Install to begin the installation process. Ubuntu will now install. As the installation progresses, a slideshow will give you an introduction to some of the default applications included with Ubuntu.
The first slide in the installation slideshow.
After approximately twenty minutes, the installation will complete and you will be able to click Restart Now to restart your computer and start Ubuntu.
The CD will be ejected, so remove it from your CD drive and press Enter to continue.Wait while your computer restarts, and you will then see the login window (unless you selected automatic login).
The Ubuntu login window. Click your username and enter your password, then press Enter or click Log in.
You will then be logged in to Ubuntu and will be presented with your new desktop!!!
