Friday, August 19, 2016

desktop environments - How do I install LXDE / Lubuntu?



I want to install lubuntu on my current (pre-existing) Ubuntu Install because of it's light-weight footprint.




Can I preserve currently installed apps after installation?





For 11.10 and 12.04, you'll need to do this through a terminal.



Open up a terminal (Super, then type Terminal into the dash), then run the following:



sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get install lubuntu-desktop




Or install via the Software Center:



Install via the software center



You will get asked to enter your password, and you will also be asked to choose between LightDM and LXDM - I suggest using LightDM.



Once that is done, log out, and then select Lubuntu as your desktop session:



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