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?
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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?
Best Answer
For 11.10 and 12.04
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:
You will get asked to enter your password, and you will also be asked to choose between
LightDM
andLXDM
- I suggest usingLightDM
.Once that is done, log out, and then select
Lubuntu
as your desktop session: