How to Install Ubuntu on Mac

Installing Ubuntu on a Mac can be a bit tricky, but it's definitely doable with the right steps. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of installing Ubuntu on your Mac.

Step 1: Prepare Your Mac

Before you start installing Ubuntu, you'll need to prepare your Mac by creating a bootable USB stick and allocating a partition for the installation. You can follow the instructions in the link above for creating the boot stick.

Step 2: Launch the Ubuntu Installer

Once you have your bootable USB stick ready, launch the Ubuntu installer via terminal with the command `ubiquity -b`. This will bring up a dialog box where you'll need to select 'Try Ubuntu' to enter a live session.

Step 3: Select Your Partition

In the live session, you'll be presented with various options. Choose the first option, 'Ubuntu', and then select the 'EFI Drive' as your installation destination. This is the boot stick you created earlier.

Step 4: Reboot and Enable Booting from External Drive

Reboot your Mac and hold the Option key while it's starting up. Select 'No Security' and 'Allow Booting from External Drive'. This will allow you to boot from the external drive.

Step 5: Disable T2 Boot Security

To disable T2 Boot Security, reboot your Mac and hold Command+R. Choose a name for your new partition, such as 'UBUNTU', and format it using 'MS-DOS (FAT)' and 'GUID Partition Map'.

Step 6: Allocate Space for Linux Partition

Select the hard drive where you want to install Ubuntu and click 'Partition'. You'll need to allocate at least 25 GB of space for the Linux partition, but I recommend allocating more if possible.

Installing Ubuntu on your Mac can be a bit tricky, but with these steps, you should be able to get it up and running. Remember to create a bootable USB stick and allocate a partition for the installation before proceeding. Good luck!

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