Whether you want to revive an old laptop, escape Windows or macOS, or set up a server, the Ubuntu ISO is your starting point.
When you go to download, you’re not just choosing "Ubuntu." You’re choosing a user experience. unbuntu iso
This is the version for personal use. It includes a Graphical User Interface (GUI), a web browser (Firefox), an office suite (LibreOffice), and media players. Whether you want to revive an old laptop,
Restart your computer, enter the BIOS/UEFI (usually F2, Del, or F12), and change the boot order to boot from USB/DVD first. escape Windows or macOS