How to create Ubuntu USB

Creating a bootable USB drive for Ubuntu is a useful tool that allows you to install or try Ubuntu on your computer without the need for a DVD drive. Here are the steps you need to follow:

Before you begin, you will need the following:

• A USB flash drive with at least 4 GB of storage.
• The Ubuntu ISO file. You can download this from the official Ubuntu website.

Step 1: Download the Ubuntu ISO file

The first step is to download the Ubuntu ISO file from the official website. Choose the version of Ubuntu you want to install and download the ISO file to your computer.

Step 2: Format the USB Drive

The second step is to format the USB drive. This will erase all data on the drive, so make sure you have backed up any important files before proceeding.

1. Insert the USB drive into your computer.
2. Open the Disks application.
3. Select the USB drive from the list of drives on the left-hand side.
4. Click on the cog icon in the top-right corner of the window and select "Format Disk".
5. In the Format Disk window, select "Master Boot Record" as the partitioning option and "FAT" as the file system.
6. Give the drive a name and click on "Format".

Step 3: Create a bootable USB drive

Once the USB drive is formatted, you can create a bootable USB drive using the Startup Disk Creator tool, which is pre-installed on Ubuntu. Here are the steps to follow:

1. Open the Startup Disk Creator tool from the Dash or the Applications menu.
2. Click on "Other" and select the Ubuntu ISO file you downloaded earlier.
3. Select the USB drive you formatted earlier and click on "Make Startup Disk".
4. Wait for the process to complete. This may take a few minutes, depending on the size of the ISO file and the speed of your USB drive.

Step 4: Boot from the USB drive

Now that you have created a bootable USB drive, you can use it to install or try Ubuntu on your computer. To do this, you will need to boot your computer from the USB drive.

1. Insert the USB drive into your computer.
2. Restart your computer and press the key that opens the Boot menu. This is usually F2 or Del, but it may vary depending on your computer's manufacturer.
3. Select the USB drive as the boot device and press Enter.
4. Ubuntu will now start, and you can choose to either install Ubuntu or try it without installing.

Conclusion

Creating a bootable USB drive for Ubuntu is a simple and convenient way to install or try Ubuntu on your computer. With the help of the Startup Disk Creator tool, you can easily create a bootable USB drive and get started with Ubuntu in no time.