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Ubuntu is an open-source operating system known for its high level of security. However, high security doesn't mean immunity to viruses. That's why installing Avast on Ubuntu is the solution to upgrade security for Ubuntu-run computers. For those using Linux for servers, installing Avast is essential.
Before proceeding with the Avast installation on Ubuntu, it's advisable to increase the partition size if Ubuntu is installed on a low-size partition. Installing Avast on Ubuntu will impact your experience; therefore, increase the partition size for Ubuntu first and then refer to the guide to install Avast on Ubuntu.
Installing Avast on Ubuntu
Step 1: Firstly, you need to download Avast to your Linux machine from here, get Avast.
Step 2: Next, navigate to the File section on Ubuntu and paste the downloaded file you just downloaded into the Home directory.
Step 3: Then, press the Ctrl + Alt + T key combination to open the Terminal tool and type the command sudo dpka -i avast-Linux-home-edition-1-3-0.deb then press enter.
Step 4: Wait for Avast installation on Ubuntu to complete, then close Terminal and begin accessing Avast.
Step 5: Press the Windows button to open the menu on Ubuntu, then type Avast and access the application found at the top.
Step 6: Immediately after, you can start using Avast on Ubuntu.
Now you can choose to scan using Start scan to start virus scanning, but you'll rarely see viruses on Ubuntu.
With just a few basic steps, we can now install Avast on Ubuntu. Installing the Avast antivirus software on Ubuntu will greatly enhance the security of your Ubuntu operating system and you won't have to worry about whether your computer is being infected with viruses or not.
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