Make Ubuntu Instantly More Useful

By Randy Jensen | Apr 13, 2009

Ubuntu LogoBecause of it’s open source nature, some really useful but proprietary software is not included in a default Ubuntu install. Some of them include Java, Flash, Microsoft Fonts, DVD playback, etc. Luckily there’s a quick fix to install most of the things you’ll need to get up and running quickly.

Here’s how

  1. Go to ‘Applications’ –> ‘Add/Remove’
    Ubuntu Restricted Extras
  2. Next you’ll see a drop down that says ‘Canonical-maintained applications’. Change this to ‘All available applications’
    Ubuntu Restricted Extras
  3. Now type ‘Ubuntu restricted extras’ in the search box and check the result that says ‘Ubuntu restricted extras’
    Ubuntu Restricted Extras
  4. Now just click ‘Apply’ in the lower right and let it download everything. When it’s installing, you’ll have to check the box that says you agree to the Java EULA, but other than that, everything will take care of itself.

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