How to Set up a Network in Ubuntu

Open Network Connections to set up network settings in Ubuntu., Under the “Wired” tab, click on “Auto eth0” and select “Edit.", Click on “IPV4 Settings” tab., Check the IP address settings., Type the following command into terminal: “sudo ifconfig”...

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Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Step 1: Open Network Connections to set up network settings in Ubuntu.

    Go to “System”, “Preferences” and chose “Network Connections."
  2. Step 2: Under the “Wired” tab

    , Chose the “Automatic (DHCP)” option if your network has a DHCP server.

    The DHCP Server has automatically assigned the IP address to your system.

    Click "Apply." You also chose the “Manual” option from the Method drop-down list and assign the IP address, netmask and gateway manually.

    You'll also have to assign the DNS Server address.

    Click "Apply."

    Go to “Applications” “Accessories” and chose “Terminal."

    , The Ifconfig command will show the inet address, broadcast address and mask address.
  3. Step 3: click on “Auto eth0” and select “Edit."

  4. Step 4: Click on “IPV4 Settings” tab.

  5. Step 5: Check the IP address settings.

  6. Step 6: Type the following command into terminal: “sudo ifconfig” without quotes.

  7. Step 7: Get your new addresses.

Detailed Guide

Go to “System”, “Preferences” and chose “Network Connections."

, Chose the “Automatic (DHCP)” option if your network has a DHCP server.

The DHCP Server has automatically assigned the IP address to your system.

Click "Apply." You also chose the “Manual” option from the Method drop-down list and assign the IP address, netmask and gateway manually.

You'll also have to assign the DNS Server address.

Click "Apply."

Go to “Applications” “Accessories” and chose “Terminal."

, The Ifconfig command will show the inet address, broadcast address and mask address.

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