How to run Ubuntu on your Android device?

If you have an old Android phone or tablet lying around, one of the most interesting and fun things you can do is run Linux on it. Linux is one of the most versatile operating systems around, and it doesn’t take a lot of effort to run it on an Android device. You can pick from a bunch of Linux distros to use on your phone. Today, we show you how to run Ubuntu on your Android device.

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Run Ubuntu on Android using UserLand

Step 1: Install UserLand on your Android device from the Google Play Store.

Step 2: Launch the app and select Ubuntu from the list of distros.

Step 3: Give UserLand the necessary permissions for proper functioning.

Step 4: Select a desktop environment.

Step 5: In the popup box select the connection type. 

Step 6: Hit Continue.

Step 7: If you set your connection type as Terminal, you will need to set up a root password.

Step 8: Enter the following command to set up a root password: sudo passwd root.

Step 9: Retype the password to confirm it. 

Step 10: To create a new user, enter the following command: sudo adduser [username here]

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How do I run Ubuntu on my Android device?

UserLand is a great open-source app that allows you to use several Linux distros like Ubuntu, Debian, and Kali on your Android smartphone or tablet.

Do I need to root my Android device to run Ubuntu on it?

Apps like UserLand do not require you to root your Android device to run distros like Ubuntu and Kali on it.

How do I run Windows apps on my Android phone?

To run Windows apps on your Android phone, we suggest using the Wine compatibility layer. Read this article to know more about it.

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Conclusion

This is how you can run Ubuntu on any Android device. UserLand does not require root access to your Android device. There are other apps that can run Linux on your phone, but UserLand, being open-source, is our pick of the lot. If you found this article helpful, let us know in the comments!

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