There are many known Linux distributions available but Ubuntu runs flawlessly on the MacBook. So here in this guide, we will share different methods to install Ubuntu on MacBook. We can also install Windows OS on MacBook but it doesn’t work very well because of unsupported hardware. I am a big fan of MacOS and the current macOS Catalina is really impressive but if you have the option to use both macOS and Linux then what could be better than this. Linux has many distributions like Fedora and Ubuntu. Ubuntu comes with a user-friendly UI so many of the users like it. And we are going to install Ubuntu but if you want to install any other distribution then also you can follow this guide. The process of installing is the same for other Linux distributions. Lets now head towards the guide to install Linux. If you are familiar with the installation of OS then you probably know that there are many ways to install like a dual boot, installing in Virtual Machine and installing the OS separately. So we are going to cover at least two methods so that you can have an alternative if the first method didn’t work you can follow the second method. Let’s start with the first method to install Linux on MacBook or other Apple computers.
Method 1: Steps to Install Linux on MacBook
Here we are going to install Ubuntu as a single system on the MacBook. So if you prefer dual boot then follow the second method and skip this one. So this way you can change to Linux from Mac OS. If in case you want to install Linux along with Mac OS as a dual boot then follow the below method. Must Check | How to Fix Windows cannot be Installed to this Disk (GPT & MBR problem)
Method 2: Steps to Install Linux on MacBook (Dual Boot)
The dual boot has an advantage that you don’t have to remove macOS to use Linux. Also, you get to use the Linux OS with full hardware capabilities, not like Virtual Machine which uses some part of the hardware and it makes it slow. So follow the below step by step detailed guide.
Create Bootable Drive:
Create Drive Partition:
Install Ubuntu on MacBook as Dual Boot:
It is a long guide but it is worth it. Now you can use any OS either Linux or macOS whenever you want. So there you have it the complete guide on How to Install Linux on MacBook or any other Mac. If you get any error while installing the Linux then let us know in the comment section. We will assist you with installing the Linux on your MacBook. Similar Guides:
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