


Also I started my Timer after keying in Username and password inputs, which means the comparison is only on what components will be installed solely in each options. In both the cases I turned OFF “Download updates while installing Ubuntu” to make sure network speed will not affect the installation time. To put it to test, I used the same computer with same hardware specs to compare the time taken to install Ubuntu 18.04 using minimal installation vs typical option which installs third-party software for graphics and Wi-Fi hardware, MP3, and other media. Since minimal installation option is minimalistic, does it also reduce the installation time? Logically, it makes sense to think so. Ubuntu 18.04 Minimal Installation (Thanks to Jeremy Bicha of Ubuntu dev team for the update)Īs you see, the option only installs a minimal desktop environment with a web browser and few basic utilities. Normal Installation mode will install FIrefox, utilities, LibreOffice, Games, and Media Players. UPDATE 2nd April 2018 : Jeremy Bicha of Ubuntu confirmed to FOSS Linux that the new “Install” dialog box will include “Normal Installation” mode too in addition to “Minimal installation”.
