How to Install Ubuntu 26.04 LTS on Mac (M Series) | Run Ubuntu on Apple Silicon Using UTM
In this step-by-step tutorial, you’ll learn how to install Ubuntu 26.04 LTS on Apple Silicon Macs (M1, M2, M3, M4, and newer chips) using UTM. This guide is perfect for beginners, developers, and students who want to run Linux on macOS without dual-booting or affecting their main system.
UTM makes it easy to run virtual machines on Apple Silicon by using virtualization and emulation, allowing you to install and use Ubuntu smoothly on your Mac.
In this video, you’ll learn how to:
• Download and install UTM on macOS
• Download Ubuntu 26.04 LTS ISO for ARM
• Create a new virtual machine in UTM
• Configure CPU, RAM, and storage settings
• Import and attach the Ubuntu ISO file
• Install Ubuntu step by step
• Install UTM Guest Tools for better performance
• Enable clipboard sharing and fullscreen mode
• Optimize Ubuntu performance on Apple Silicon
• Fix common installation and boot issues
This setup is useful for:
• Learning Linux on Mac
• Software development and testing
• Running Linux tools on macOS
• Experimenting with open-source environments
• Virtual machine practice for students
Benefits of using Ubuntu on UTM:
• No need for dual booting
• Safe isolated environment
• Works on Apple Silicon Macs
• Great for developers and learners
• Easy snapshots and recovery options
This tutorial is perfect for:
• MacBook Air and MacBook Pro users
• Developers and programmers
• Students learning
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2026/05/29
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