How to install samba on ubuntu 24.04

Samba is an open-source software that allows file and printer sharing between Linux/Unix systems and Windows. By installing Samba on Ubuntu 24.04, you can set up a local network file-sharing service.

Step 1: Update your system

Make sure your system is up to date:

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y

Step 2: Install Samba

Run the following command to install Samba:

sudo apt install samba -y

Step 3: Check Samba version

Verify the installation by checking the installed version:

smbd --version

Step 4: Enable and start the Samba service

Make sure the Samba service is running and enabled on boot:

sudo systemctl enable smbd
sudo systemctl start smbd
sudo systemctl status smbd

Samba is now installed on Ubuntu 24.04. You can proceed with configuring shared directories and user access as needed.