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@ -12,7 +12,7 @@ Press `Win+R`, type `winver`, and press Enter. You need **Windows 10 build 19041
### 2. Open PowerShell as Administrator
This is important — a normal PowerShell window will not work.
This is important. A normal PowerShell window will not work.
- Click the **Start** button, type **PowerShell**
- Right-click **Windows PowerShell** and select **Run as administrator**
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### 4. Restart your computer
When the install finishes, **restart your computer**. This is required — the features enabled in step 3 won't be active until you reboot.
When the install finishes, **restart your computer**. This is required. The features enabled in step 3 won't be active until you reboot.
### 5. Launch Ubuntu
After restarting, open the **Start** menu and search for **Ubuntu**. Click it to launch.
The first time you open Ubuntu, it will spend a minute or two decompressing files. This is normal — just wait.
The first time you open Ubuntu, it will spend a minute or two decompressing files. This is normal. Wait it out.
### 6. Create your Linux username and password
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Pick a simple lowercase name with no spaces (e.g., `jsmith` or your UDel login).
Next, it will ask for a password. **Nothing will appear on screen while you type your password.** This is normal Linux behavior — it's not broken, it's just hiding your input for security. Type your password and press Enter. You'll be asked to confirm it.
Next, it will ask for a password. **Nothing will appear on screen while you type your password.** This is normal Linux behavior. It's not broken; it's hiding your input for security. Type your password and press Enter. You'll be asked to confirm it.
### 7. Verify it's working
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Your computer's hardware virtualization may be disabled. You need to enable it in your BIOS/UEFI settings:
1. Restart your computer and enter the BIOS (usually by pressing `F2`, `F10`, `Del`, or `Esc` during boot — it varies by manufacturer)
1. Restart your computer and enter the BIOS (usually by pressing `F2`, `F10`, `Del`, or `Esc` during boot; this varies by manufacturer)
2. Look for a setting called **Intel VT-x**, **Intel Virtualization Technology**, or **AMD-V** (usually under CPU or Advanced settings)
3. Enable it, save, and restart