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Activity 1 Installing Linux Server and Desktop

This document outlines an activity to install Linux server and desktop operating systems. Students will install Ubuntu Server, Ubuntu Desktop, and do basic configurations like setting the computer name, administrator account, and IP address. They will also take screenshots of installing a Linux distribution for desktop and server, configuring a static IP address, and installing an application. Finally, students will compare Windows, Linux, and MacOS operating systems and factors to consider when choosing one.

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Activity 1 Installing Linux Server and Desktop

This document outlines an activity to install Linux server and desktop operating systems. Students will install Ubuntu Server, Ubuntu Desktop, and do basic configurations like setting the computer name, administrator account, and IP address. They will also take screenshots of installing a Linux distribution for desktop and server, configuring a static IP address, and installing an application. Finally, students will compare Windows, Linux, and MacOS operating systems and factors to consider when choosing one.

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Activity No.

1
Installing Linux Server and Desktop
Course Code: CPE231 Program:
Course Title: SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION FUNDAMENTALS Date Performed:
Section: Date Submitted:
Name: Instructor:
1. Objective(s):

This activity aims to install Linux operating system for servers and desktop.

2. Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs):


The students should be able to:
2.1 Install the Linux operating systems for server and desktop.
2.2 Troubleshoot and document any errors encountered during installation.

3. Discussion :

Linux is a family of open source Unix-like operating systems based on the Linux kernel, an operating


system kernel first released on September 17, 1991, by Linus Torvalds. Linux is typically packaged in
a Linux distribution.
Distributions include the Linux kernel and supporting system software and libraries, many of which are
provided by the GNU Project. Many Linux distributions use the word "Linux" in their name, but the Free
Software Foundation uses the name GNU/Linux to emphasize the importance of GNU software. Popular
Linux distributions include Debian, Fedora, and Ubuntu. Commercial distributions include Red Hat
Enterprise Linux and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server. Desktop Linux distributions include a windowing
system such as X11 or Wayland, and a desktop environment such as GNOME or KDE Plasma. Distributions
intended for servers may omit graphics altogether, or include a solution stack such as LAMP. Because Linux
is freely redistributable, anyone may create a distribution for any purpose.
Linux was originally developed for personal computers based on the Intel x86 architecture, but has since
been ported to more platforms than any other operating system. Linux also runs on embedded systems, i.e.
devices whose operating system is typically built into the firmware and is highly tailored to the system. This
includes routers, automation controls, televisions, digital video recorders, video game consoles, and smart
watches. Many smartphones and tablet computers run Android and other Linux derivatives. Because of the
dominance of Android on smartphones, Linux has the largest installed base of all general-purpose operating
system.

Desktop
The popularity of Linux on standard desktop computers and laptops has been increasing over the years.
Most modern distributions include a graphical user environment, with, as of February 2015, the two most
popular environments being the KDE Plasma Desktop and Xfce.

Server
Linux distributions have long been used as server operating systems, and have risen to prominence in that
area; Netcraft reported in September 2006, that eight of the ten (other two with "unknown" OS) most reliable
internet hosting companies ran Linux distributions on their web servers, with Linux in the top position. In
June 2008, Linux distributions represented five of the top ten, FreeBSD three of ten, and Microsoft two of
ten; since February 2010, Linux distributions represented six of the top ten, FreeBSD three of ten, and
Microsoft one of ten,with Linux in the top position.

4. Resources:
Personal Computer with installed Virtual Box
Ubuntu Desktop and Server ISO image

5. Procedure:
<create a step-by-step procedures to perform the following tasks. Make sure to include screen shots and brief
explanation of the figure.>

1. Installing Ubuntu Server


2. Installing Ubuntu Desktop
3. Basic Configuration for Ubuntu Desktop
1. Computer Name
2. Administrator Account and Password
3. IP Address

7. Supplementary Activity:

Copy screen shot(s) of the following tasks:

1. Install Linux (any distribution) for desktop and server


2. Setup and configure a static IPv4 address for desktop.
3. Install any application using desktop version of assigned Linux distribution.

7. Problem Analysis:

1. Create a matrix to compare Windows, Linux and MAC OS.


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2. Explain factors to consider when choosing the appropriate operating system.


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8. Conclusion
8. Assessment (Rubric for Laboratory Performance):

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