How to Install USB Startup Disk Creator in Ubuntu

Are you looking for a way to create a bootable Ubuntu USB startup disk? Look no further! In this article, we will explore how to use the native Ubuntu tool, Startup Disk Creator, to create a bootable Ubuntu USB drive.

The Startup Disk Creator is a simple yet fast and effective way to create a Live USB drive from an ISO image. It's also easy to use and allows you to create a bootable Ubuntu USB disk in no time. To begin, click on the 'Activities' button at the top left corner of your desktop and search for the tool in the application manager.

Once launched, you will get a window as shown below. Click on the 'Startup Disk Creator' option to launch it. Then, select the USB drive you want to use and choose the ISO image file from your computer.

Provide your password to authenticate and start the process. Click on the 'Yes' option to initialize the creation of the bootable drive. Thereafter, you will get a pop-up notification asking you whether to proceed with the creation or abort. If all options are okay, proceed and hit the 'Make Startup Disk' option to commence the process of creating the bootable Ubuntu USB drive.

The upper section of the window displays the path of the ISO image, the version of the ISO file, and its size. Once complete, you will get a notification pop-up below indicating that all went well. This should only take a few minutes to be completed. The Startup Disk Creator tool will begin writing the disk image onto the USB drive.

With a bootable Ubuntu USB drive, you can perform various operations such as:

* Boot into Ubuntu on another PC and run it

* Try out Ubuntu desktop without installing it on your hard drive

* Perform diagnostic operations such as repairing or fixing a broken configuration

USB drives are easily portable and less delicate than CDs/DVDs. This is because most modern PCs don't come with a DVD drive anymore. Creating a bootable USB drive is one of the most preferred ways of testing and installing a Linux operating system on a PC.

In conclusion, creating a bootable Ubuntu USB startup disk using Startup Disk Creator is a simple process that can be completed in just a few minutes. With this tool, you can easily create a Live USB drive from an ISO image and enjoy the benefits of having a portable version of Ubuntu with you wherever you go.

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