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Virtualization on Ubuntu is one of its strengths. However, setting up a VM as a new user can be tedious and confusing. That\u2019s where Quickemu comes in. It harnesses the power of QEMU in the Linux kernel and automatically spins up virtual machines fast. Here\u2019s how to use it on your Ubuntu system.<\/p>\n

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Before we begin<\/h2>\n

In this guide, we\u2019re focusing on how to use Quickemu on Ubuntu Linux. That said, this app isn\u2019t only for Ubuntu. If you want to use Quickemu on another Linux operating system, the source code is available, and you can compile it by following the instructions on the project\u2019s Github page.<\/p>\n

Additionally, if you use an operating system that is based upon Ubuntu Linux, like Elementary OS, Zorin OS, Peppermint, Linux Mint, etc., feel free to follow along with this guide as the instructions below as they should work on your OS.<\/p>\n

Installing Quickemu<\/h2>\n

The Quickemu app sadly doesn\u2019t come pre-installed on Ubuntu, or any other Ubuntu-like operating systems. However, it is incredibly easy to get working thanks to the PPA provided by the developer.<\/p>\n

To start the installation, you must open up a terminal window. You can open up a terminal window on the Ubuntu desktop press Ctrl + Alt + T<\/strong> on the keyboard. Or, search for \u201cTerminal\u201d in the Ubuntu app menu and launch it that way.<\/p>\n

With the terminal window open and ready to use, you\u2019ll need to add the official Quickemu PPA. To do that, use the add-apt-repository<\/strong> command down below.<\/p>\n

\nsudo apt-add-repository ppa:flexiondotorg\/quickemu\n<\/pre>\n
With the PPA added to your Ubuntu computer, run the apt update<\/strong> command. Running an update will refresh Ubuntu\u2019s software sources, and set up the PPA.<\/p>\n
\nsudo apt update\n<\/pre>\n
With Ubuntu\u2019s software sources up to date, you\u2019ll be able to install the Quickemu application on your Ubuntu system using the apt install<\/strong> command down below.<\/p>\n
\nsudo apt install quickemu\n<\/pre>\n
Quickemu Quickgui<\/h3>\n
Quickemu is an excellent tool for the terminal. However, it can be a bit complex, and if you\u2019re a new user trying to get a VM up and running, fussing with the terminal is the last thing you want to do.<\/p>\n
Thankfully, Quickemu has a GUI front-end application called Quickgui. This tool allows you to do everything you\u2019d do inside of the terminal app, but with a slick, easy-to-use GUI.<\/p>\n
To install the Quickemu Quickgui on your Ubuntu Linux PC, launch a terminal window. You can launch a terminal window on the Ubuntu desktop by pressing Ctrl + Alt + T<\/strong> on the keyboard, or, by searching for \u201cTerminal\u201d in the app menu.<\/p>\n
With the terminal window open, use the add-apt-repository<\/strong> command to add the Quickgui PPA to your Ubuntu system. Then run the apt update<\/strong> command to refresh the software sources on Ubuntu.<\/p>\n
\nsudo add-apt-repository ppa:yannick-mauray\/quickgui\nsudo apt update\n<\/pre>\n
With everything up to date, you can install the Quickgui application on your system using the apt install<\/strong> command.<\/p>\n
\nsudo apt install quickgui\n<\/pre>\n
How to use Quickemu on Ubuntu<\/h2>\n
To use Quickemu on the Ubuntu desktop, start by launching the Quickgui application in the app menu. Once the app is open, follow the step-by-step instructions below.<\/p>\n
Step 1:<\/strong> Inside of Quickgui, find the \u201cCreate new machines\u201d button and click on it with the mouse. Upon selecting this button, you will see a window with 3 buttons. Click on the \u201cSelect\u201d button under the \u201cOperating System\u201d section.<\/p>\n
Step 2:<\/strong> After clicking on the \u201cSelect\u201d button, a pop-up window will appear. In this pop-up window, you\u2019ll see a drop-down menu with different operating systems to choose from. Look through for the OS you wish to run in a VM, and click on it.<\/p>\n
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Step 3:<\/strong> Once you\u2019ve chosen the OS, you must choose the version. Under the \u201cVersion\u201d section, find the \u201cSelect\u201d button and click on it with the mouse. Selecting this button will allow you to choose the OS version.<\/p>\n
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Step 4:<\/strong> When you\u2019ve selected your OS version, find the \u201cDownload\u201d section, and click on the \u201cDownload\u201d button. Selecting this button will download your QEMU virtual machine to your computer.<\/p>\n
Keep in mind that the download process can take a bit of time, as VMs are not small. Sit back, and allow Quickgui to download your operating system.<\/p>\n
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Step 5:<\/strong> When the download is complete, find the \u201cDismiss\u201d button and click on it to dismiss the download area. Then, click on the \u201cX\u201d button in the Downloader area to go back to the Quickgui main menu.<\/p>\n
Once on the Quickgui main menu, click \u201cManage existing machines,\u201d and select the play button next to your downloaded VM to start it up. It\u2019s that easy!<\/p>\n
Delete virtual machines<\/h3>\n
Do you need to delete a virtual machine from Quickgui? Here\u2019s how to do it. First, launch the app. Then, select the \u201cManage existing machines\u201d button. Then, click on the trash icon next to your VM to delete it.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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