What desktop GUI does Ubuntu use?

GNOME
GNOME is the default GUI for most Ubuntu installations and is (loosely) based on the Apple ecosystem. KDE is another popular GUI, (loosely) based on the Microsoft ecosystem.

How do I find the GUI in Ubuntu Server?

Configure Ubuntu 20.04

1. Step 1: Log into Ubuntu Server.
2. Step 2: Update & upgrade apt-get packages.
3. Step 1: Install Tasksel.
4. Step 2: Install Desktop Environment.
5. Step 3: Install multiple GUIs.
6. Step 4: Reboot.

Which is better Ubuntu desktop or server?

If you want to use Ubuntu as a regular computer like Windows, go with Ubuntu desktop. If you want to use it for learning Linux commands, Docker or even simple (but local) LAMP server installation for learning, stay with Ubuntu desktop. For a server, Ubuntu server is better than Ubuntu desktop.

Is GNOME slower than KDE?

It’s worth it to try KDE Plasma rather than GNOME. It’s lighter and faster than GNOME by a fair margin, and it’s far more customizable. GNOME is great for your OS X convert who isn’t used to anything being customizable, but KDE is an utter delight for everyone else.

Do Linux servers have GUI?

If you have experience with Windows servers also, there is a GUI for you to click your way around. Linux is different. While Linux desktop operating systems do indeed come with graphical interfaces and menus, etc, on servers this is done away with.

How do I download Ubuntu Server GUI?

How do I start the GUI in Ubuntu?

How to Install a desktop and start GUI on Ubuntu

1. Pre-requisites.
2. Update the server.
3. Install tasksel utility manager.
4. Select a Display Manager.
5. Install display manager.
6. Verify the default display manager.
7. Choose a Desktop Environment.
8. Install GNOME Desktop Environment on Ubuntu.