Ubuntu Server tutorial

This tutorial should be a good place to start learning about Ubuntu Server in general, how it works, and what it’s capable of.

In our “Getting started” tutorial you will learn how to set up an Ubuntu Server; from installing using a bootable USB device, to navigating the Server installer menu.

Getting started

The Server installer

The Ubuntu installer has its own documentation. For more guidance on installing Ubuntu Server with the installer, you can also see these guides in the Ubuntu installer documentation (note: these pages will redirect you).

Next steps

Once your Ubuntu Server is up and running, you may be interested in this collection of related tutorials and topics that will help you learn more about how it works and what’s available to you. These tutorials can be viewed in any order.

If you have a specific goal, and are already familiar with Ubuntu Server, take a look at our How-to guides. These have more in-depth detail and can be applied to a broader set of applications.

Take a look at our Reference section when you need to determine what commands are available, and how to interact with various tools.

Finally, for a better understanding of how Ubuntu Server works and how it can be used and configured, our Explanation section enables you to expand your knowledge of the operating system and additional software.