Let's talk about how to install Ubuntu on a USB flash drive. Why is this done? In order for those users who expressed a desire only to get acquainted with Linux, not clog up their hard drive, which already has an operating system, such as Windows, and so that before making a final decision not to harm the existing computer settings. This applies to those who do not have sufficient experience. It is in such cases that Ubuntu is installed on a USB flash drive.
This process is not a big deal. This is the advantage of this system. And it also allows you to work with yourself without having to install it on your computer’s hard drive. And you will have a fully functional OS, even in this case. If for some reason you don’t like the installed version, you can always replace it with another.
There are quite a few popular programs for installing Linux on a USB flash drive, such as Ubuntu flash and the like. But today I want to consider with you a program called Unetbootin. I like her the most. Therefore, we will talk specifically about her. First you need to download it to your computer. After you complete this step, proceed with the installation. This procedure is not difficult, and you can easily deal with it. Once the installation is complete, run it.
From this moment, Ubuntu will be installed on the USB flash drive. So, after starting the utility, select the item called "Disk Image". As you already understood, the installation will come from an ISO image, which also needs to be downloaded. Pay attention to the Russian-language version of Linux, which is called Rosinka. Absolutely the entire interface in Russian, made in excellent design, has a fairly wide functionality, and at the same time, this system is quite simple to use for everyone. In general, a rather successful version, which has solid advantages and does not have any drawbacks. You will soon see for yourself.
Our installation of Ubuntu on a USB flash drive continues. Use the dedicated button to select a downloaded Linux image. It is also worth recalling that if you intend to use your removable drive as a system device on an ongoing basis, allocate a little disk space on it to store all your settings or changes upon reboot.
If you have several flash drives connected to your computer, then assign the one you need for Linux. If you have one, then your car will select it automatically. Next, click on the “OK” button, and the installation process of Linux on your drive will begin, which will drag on for at least five minutes. When it finishes, reboot and in the BIOS activate the boot from the flash drive. That's it, now you can run Linux on your computer, without sacrificing the main Windows system and without cluttering up your hard drive once again.
I hope you figured it out. Next time we’ll talk about how to install Ubuntu Server from a USB flash drive. And for now, that's all.