Linux(Ubuntu)virtual machine is a practical way to explore Linux within a virtualization environment. It is a Linux-based applications which uses ubuntu as an operating system for software deployment, development and testing, server virtualization and exploring the versatility of Linux without affecting the physical computer. It is an open-source software development, an operating system of choice and widely used in networking technologies. Ubuntu virtual machines can be created with different versions of the Ubuntu operating system running in a virtualized environment. Ubuntu is known for its user-friendly interface and server applications due to its flexibility.
Let's get scrolling for steps on how to create a Linux(Ubuntu)Virtual Machine!
LOG INTO AZURE PORTAL
CREATE A RESOURCE GROUPS
In the Azure portal home, click on "Resource groups" then click on "Create" to create a Resource groups.
This will prompt you to "Basics," which consists of Project details and Resource details. Project details is made up of subscription( the type of subscription you have in your account)and the name you want to give your Resource group. Resource details are the Regions that you want your Resource group to be.
Tags are the name, value and the Resource you want to create.
Click on "Review + Create" to create a Resource group; it will show "Validation passed" if what you are creating is successful.
UBUNTU VIRTUAL MACHINE
In the Azure portal home, click on virtual machine to create Ubuntu virtual machine.
Click on "Azure virtual machine," then "Create".
BASICS
This is where you will input the Resource group, Name of the virtual machine, Region, Availability zone, Security type, Image, Size, Administrator account and Inbound port. You can check the pictures below for easy understanding.
Size
Administrator account
Inbound port
DISK
Here is for operating system(OS) disk size and type; also, you indicate who want to manage your key. Networking, Monitoring and Advanced are most times in default settings.
REVIEW + CREATE
Next step is to review then create your virtual machine. After reviewing, click on "Create"; it will prompt you to download a private key which will be in your file explorer then your deployment process will begin.
click on "Go to resource" to connect to your Ubuntu virtual machine.
click on "connect" then "select" to configure your public address
While waiting for your configuration, go to "Search bar" on your computer then type Power shell ,open and run the code in the red box below. Before running the code, go to your "File explorer" then "Downloads", you will see what you download in the step above, open it in your browser and copy the path starting from "C:". After this, go to your virtual machine to copy your IP address then press "Enter" to run your code. This will prompt you to a question of whether you want to continue your connecting or not, type "yes" then press "enter" to continue. Check the pictures below for more illustrations.
A successful connection will show your username; then type "sudo su" then "enter" to connect to your Ubuntu Linux virtual machine.
Finally, you are successfully connected to your Ubuntu Linux virtual machine and are ready to use.
Tip: Always delete your resources created when not in use.
In conclusion, creating your Ubuntu Linux virtual machine is a good step in achieving a versatile and secure computing environment. By following these steps, you will be able to create a Ubuntu Linux virtual machine for your needs.
Remember to stay curious and explore the world in a virtualized environment with an open-source spirit.
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