How To Install Windows Programs In Ubuntu
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Ubuntu is amongst the most popular linux os out within the market. The latest "stable" release is 12.4 LTS ("Long Term Release", aka Precise Pangolin).
There's a more recent release available, ---12.10, but while testing it, I saw Amazon ads turn up (?)... each and every time I opened the dash....., and quickly switched back in 12.4.
Ubuntu, (a FREE, downloadable, Open Source Operating System), is a wonderful place to start if you are curious about linux, and has now all kinds of great apps (a lot of them free), that one could easily download with the "Ubuntu Software Center". This download tool is quite similar on the droid "market", (now "google play").
Just just like the droid "Market", searching for and judge a program you enjoy, as well as in a few clicks you're done.
Those individuals familiar with older versions of Ubuntu may recall the Synaptic Download Manager. Although still available, the default (and preferred) installer is actually the Ubuntu Software Center (versions 11.1 and better).
But imagine if you Really want to setup a favorite Windows application, like MSPaint, or Office 2007 Pro? You'll need to be aware of WINE, which BTW, is short for (Wine is Not a Windows Emulator).
In this hub I'll teach you the Ubuntu Software Center and after that walk you throughout the download and rehearse of Wine 1.4 in Ubuntu 12.4.
Ready? Grab a power drink and we should get started!
Ubuntu 12.4 - Precise Pangolin
Within the Ubuntu Desktop (pictured above), you can see to the left "The Launcher" tool bar. It's very the same as the bottom desktop bar in Windows 7. The launcher can have a combination of applications which might be running, along with applications chances are you'll place there as shortcuts.
TIP -- Click on an icon to produce an application, right click on the icon and select "quit" to finish the application. Also, make use of mouse to "hover" ostentatious left from the desktop, to access that applications specific menu options, as an example Firefox options integrated inside the desktop!
The top Icon inside launcher is "The Dash". We'll discuss that inside a second. The sixth icon on my screen, the icon seems like a shopping bag, could be the Ubuntu Software Center. Simply Click on that will you'll be dropped at the main download page.
You can install all kinds of apps from the inside of this window, such as the newest Wine package, 1.4. Use the search bar at the top right, and merely search for "Wine". You'll begin to see the results inside the picture below.
And sure, we Could achieve that, but what fun is? My advice, should your willing to use Ubuntu, or any linux distro as an example, chances are you'll as well learn some with the commands in the process. I'm going to provide you with how to quickly install Wine 1.4 in the Terminal.
Ubuntu Terminal Commands
sudo apt-get install wine1.4 --- will install wine 1.4 quickly through the terminal
sudo apt-get playonlinux --- adds functionality towards the front end of wine, espec. for games
sudo-apt-get autoremove wine1.4 --- go wrong? employ this cmd to completely remove wine 1.4
wine --version --- quickly determine what version of wine your running
Using the Ubuntu Terminal
You can get for the terminal by simply clicking on the "dash" icon as showed above (the 1st icon about the launcher), OR, an easy method would be to click "Ctrl" + "alt" + "T" as well.
Welcome to your Terminal, very just like the Windows CMD console. Simply by utilizing the commands I've listed within the right, you can be able to put in (or uninstall) Wine in seconds.
*note -- should your installing games, including Steam games, etc, you will want to put in the "playonlinux" feature likewise.
You'll probably want to fit the latest version, Wine 1.4 (and that is what I suggest), nevertheless, you can install any version you would like (if, by way of example, your having driver issues).
To check and pay attention to which applications are most compatable with wine, you can even examine the "Wine Application Database" by sorting out their website here.
Winetricks
So ever since we have Wine 1.4 installed, (and we've checked utilizing the wine --version command), we could use a groovy little tool called "Winetricks".
Click for the Dash Icon in the launcher for the desktop. (The very first Icon). Type "Wine" and you can see "Winetricks". Click on that Icon and you can see your options as shown below.
TIP - to make a shortcut for the launcher, simply drag the icon on the applications menu on the launcher (exactly like the bottom bar in Windows 7).
Click the "Winetricks" icon and you may first begin to see the question, "What would you like to do?". Select "Install an App" on the list, and you will see the report on applications easily accessible. Some are Windows apps, however, you'll also see other sorts of favorite applications, for instance Valve's "Steam", "Filezilla", and "7zip".
For this hub, I'll select Windows Paint.
Once you've "installed" the mspaint package, you'll receive prompted together with the next question: "What want to do with this particular wineprefix?". Select "browse files" to help you see the place the mspaint.exe is.
The last step should be to right select the mspaint.exe icon and select "Open with Wine Windows Program Loader". That's it!
TIP - Now that Wine is installed, any Windows application or similar non-linux program might be opened (or perhaps attempted) by right clicking the .msi or .exe and selecting "Open with Wine". I strongly suggest looking over their Application website stated earlier for more details.
Wine is not the recommended way to put in apps in Ubuntu 12.4, why would it be? There are so many great possibilities from inside Ubuntu Software Center, however, if, you are doing need to load a application, Wine 1.4 would be the way to go.
For more the entire guide on Ubuntu 12.4, you'll be able to checkout their internet site here.
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sendingAUTHORJeff Boettner
Hi RonElFran:
Glad you stopped by, thank you for chiming in!
Ronald E Franklin
5 years back from Mechanicsburg, PA
I'm just beginning to check out Ubuntu. I'd been aware of but ignored Wine. Thanks for your info.
@Elias -- Hello my pal and many thanks commenting, I'm just now entering into Linux and am commencing to appreciate it's value. Thanks again -- J
Elias Zanetti
5 years back from Athens, Greece
An simple to follow and clear how-to guide. Linux is a good OS which means that your advice is most appreciated and helpful.@AJReissig, Thanks for your positive comments and then for stopping by!
Alex J. Reissig
5 a long time ago from New Richmond, Ohio
Great hub! I have used playonlinux to put in MS Word/excel/powerpoint and Scrivener on Ubuntu. All of these work flawlessly. The only problem I have encountered is when while using the KDE desktop. For some reason, playonlinux won't create icons for your desktop or panel when utilizing KDE. I can launch the apps by running POL, but I would like my icons. Other than that, this is an excellent program for installing windows applications.
@MountainManJake, Thanks with the positive feedback and then for stopping by!
MountainManJake
5 in years past from Seattle
Wine is among the most only thing keeping Ubuntu alive. With Ubuntu developing phones later in 2010, I don't see where their publication rack. The lack of apps will kill them. I wouldn't use Ubuntu without Wine. Good Hub! Help keep Linux alive! Voted up.
5 years back from Tampa, FL
Thanks to the positive feedback Rick , your feedback is heartfelt because in the following paragraphs that's exactly what I was looking for. About 12.10 -- I wasn't conscious of you could turn those ads off (appreciate your the manages) , I'll pull Ubuntu out earlier this week and possess a look, tip sincerely appreciated. Thanks again for stopping by plus the kind comments :)
Rick Shultz
Great job, and thanks so quite definitely. Truly enlightening and you've helped to weed through some from the absurdly complicated items of Ubuntu. The only thing I'd like one to do would be to go back in version 12.10 because on the subtle differences between it and 12.04 and it may be the future and the ones of us deploying it need your help! Your problem with Amazon ads is popping up inside the dash is definitely fixed with a click of a button but, sorry, I don't can remember the details right this moment - just Google it in 12.10. Thanks again!!!
Roshan Jerad Perera
5 in the past
Your article just made things less difficult to starts things with Wine. I've been using Ubuntu for years and still haven't tried this out yet. Does this slow Windows apps? I mean like when working with heavy softwares like Adobe Photoshop?
jimagain
6 a long time ago from Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Awesome again! I got to try this. I have Ubuntu and windows vista partitioned about the same laptop. I'm a new comer to Linux but my computer geek brother loves it. He was always the weird kid!!
Hey Brett :), many thanks the tips, I'll have a look at Mint and Playonlinux earlier this week. I such as idea on the "bottle" vs a virtual registry. Thanks for stopping by!
Brett Caulton
6 a long time ago from Asia
Linux is an excellent OS, I personally use Mint, which is a polished version of Ubuntu ... created to be more easy to use (in my view). You may also would like to lookup 'PlayonLinux' (if I've remembered it correctly). The reason is always that this will install popular things such as MS office and games from Windows ... but, will likely automatically install each of the support and driver settings which they need. It puts each install in a 'bottle' so how they never restrict each other .. an incredible solution for people wanting to use Windows software in Linux!!!
Up, useful and sharing.
@shiningirisheyes, thanks a lot! (required the better a part of my weekend lol), but experienced a lot of fun executing it. Thanks for stopping by :)
Shining Irish Eyes
6 in the past from Upstate, New York
Stellar job on this hub my buddy. You made it simple and descriptive enough after only someone like ME that you follow.
@androidiphone, many thanks for the positive comments :), I'm messing around with linux, digging it :)
@jponiato, ty to the pos feedback at the same time :), I was thinking exactly the same thing as I was penning this hub. I had used previous versions of wine inside the past, but they've definitely streamlined the task in 1.4
Funny you must mention the vm, as I use a windows os that has a vm of ubuntu, and even though writing the hub, couldn't get spotify perfect (audio drivers), sooo.. I just used the windows machine. I might just go ahead and switch 'em around as you have them. Thanks for stopping by!
jponiato
6 years back from Mid-Michigan
Nice overview from the process. It's been years since I tried to use wine - I'd guess it's come a long way since that time. Now I generally have a very Windows VM around when ever I really need to employ a windows app.
androidiphone
6 in years past from Pakistan
great job keep doing the favorable work i adore linux
AUTHORJeff Boettner
6 a long time ago from Tampa, FL
@Suzie, thanks much :), would be a fun project!
Suzanne Ridgeway
6 a long time ago from Dublin, Ireland
Hi Jeff,
What a terrific job you've done here! Your layout causes it to be so simple to use and engaging packed with easy step-by-step info. Vote up, intriguing and useful! :-) Sharing on my pal!
