@@ -9,14 +9,16 @@ In general the steps required to get a computer up and running are
* Install basic utilities.
* Install MATLAB
## Install Ubuntu
To help in the Ubuntu installation we have a few scripts in this public repo.
Install Windows (optional)
## Install Windows (optional)
The first step is to install Windows. Ask ITACS to do a fresh Windows install, or alternatively install it yourself (a copy of Windows can be obtained via the NPS Software Library). Once Windows is installed shrink the Windows partition (e.g., using this guide) leaving space for the Ubuntu installation, 100 GB will do.
Ubuntu 16.04 installation
## Install Ubuntu
Install Ubuntu 16.04. If Windows is installed, install Ubuntu alongside, and create a dual-boot machine.
During the installation try to connect to the internet with a wired connection, download updates from the internet, and select the option to install third-party software.
