If you’re looking to transform your Ubuntu server into a powerful workstation, then this guide is for you. The following steps will show you how to install a graphical desktop environment on Ubuntu Server and configure it so that it’s ready to use.
what is Ubuntu Server?
Ubuntu Server is a version of Ubuntu that has no graphical user interface (GUI). It’s designed to be used as a server and the most popular operating system used in cloud computing. The GUI is an optional component that can be installed through the command line or by using a software management system like apt-get, which we will cover later.
Ubuntu Server uses LXD as its hypervisor, which allows you to run multiple virtual machines at the same time. You can also install it on bare metal hardware or use it inside KVM or Xen environments if your hardware supports it. One advantage of using Ubuntu Server over other Linux distributions for servers is that it includes many preinstalled utilities and libraries that allow you to set up networking, storage systems, load balancers and more without having to spend hours configuring them yourself
Why do we need a GUI? What are some examples of GUIs?
You may be wondering why you would need a GUI on your server, and what are some examples of GUIs? In short, a GUI (graphical user interface) is used to make things easier. It’s an interface that lets users change settings or perform actions with the use of a mouse. By default, Linux servers don’t come with any graphical interfaces installed—you have to install one yourself.
Why is this useful? Well, the more intuitive and user-friendly your workplace is, the more likely it will be that you will use it effectively. A server without a proper GUI can seem complicated and difficult at first glance; but once you learn how to navigate around it using your mouse cursor (and maybe even an external keyboard), then everything falls into place. Additionally, if you have multiple people who need access to the same applications through different devices (iPhones/iPads), then having a GUI makes it easy for everyone involved because all they have to do is open their browser and enter their credentials!
What is the best Ubuntu GUI?
The best Ubuntu GUI is none other than the default desktop environment, Unity. The reason behind this is that it offers a good user experience with its nice design and great usability.
However, if you want to install another graphical interface on your Ubuntu server, such as KDE or GNOME, there’s one thing you should do first: install XRDP (remote desktop protocol). This will help you connect remotely to your Ubuntu server from Windows and Mac OS computers. You can then use the graphical interface of your choice with XRDP installed on it!
update the system
You must update the system before you can install GUI. The following commands will update your system:
sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get upgrade
install Ubuntu Desktop
Step 1: Install Ubuntu Desktop
Step 2: Install xrdp
Step 3: Configure xrdp (X RDP)
Step 4: Connect to Ubuntu Server
install xrdp
- Install xrdp
- Install sesman and plugins
configure xrdp
The first thing you’ll need to do is install xrdp on your server. This is a simple command that can be completed in just a few seconds:
sudo apt-get install xrdp
This will also install any dependencies required for xrdp to function properly. Now that you have it installed, we can configure it with the following command:
xrdp-sesman -c 2 -nodm -noforwarding tcp -noautologin tcp
Conclusion
Now that you know how to install a GUI on Ubuntu server, you can start using your machine as a desktop computer. You may find that this is helpful for developers or software engineers who want to use their Ubuntu Server as a workstation. If so, we recommend taking advantage of our free trial and trying out any one of the options discussed above today!