Are you working with an Ubuntu Server and need to extract the contents of an ISO file? In this step-by-step guide, we’ll walk you through the process, which is also applicable to Ubuntu Desktop and similar Linux distributions. By the end of this post, you’ll have the know-how to effortlessly extract ISO files on your Ubuntu system.

Step 1: Connect to Your Ubuntu Server

Ensure you’re connected to your Ubuntu Server, whether through SSH or directly if you’re working with the physical machine.

Step 2: Locate the ISO File

Navigate to the directory where the ISO file is located. You can use the `cd` command to change directories, and the `ls` command to list the files in the current directory.

cd /path/to/iso/file/directory
ls

Step 3: Install ‘p7zip’ (if not already installed)

To handle the extraction, we’ll use the ‘p7zip’ package, a command-line utility for extracting 7z files, including ISOs. If ‘p7zip’ isn’t already installed, you can add it with the following command:

sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get install p7zip-full

Step 4: Extract the ISO File

Utilize the `7z` command to extract the ISO file’s contents. The basic syntax is:

7z x filename.iso

For instance, if your ISO file is named “ubuntu-20.04.1-server-amd64.iso,” the extraction command would be:

7z x ubuntu-20.04.1-server-amd64.iso

Step 5: Wait for the Extraction

The duration of the extraction process depends on the ISO file’s size and your server’s performance. Once the extraction is complete, you’ll find the extracted files in the same directory as the ISO file.

That’s it! You’ve successfully extracted the contents of an ISO file on your Ubuntu Server.

Remember to tailor the commands according to your specific ISO file’s name and directory path. Also, ensure you have adequate permissions to execute these actions, particularly if you’re not using the `sudo` command. Now you have the skills to manage ISO files on your Ubuntu system with ease!