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# Using Ubuntu Desktop in Code Ocean

The Ubuntu Desktop Cloud Workstation provides a desktop-like environment in Code Ocean ideal for using Ubuntu desktop-compatible apps, running servers (e.g. Flask Apps), or having simultaneous access to programming tools and the web via Firefox.

## Preparing to launch a Ubuntu Desktop Cloud Workstation <a href="#launching-a-terminal-cloud-workstation" id="launching-a-terminal-cloud-workstation"></a>

To launch an **Ubuntu Desktop Cloud Workstation**, your Capsule must use a Starter Environment with Ubuntu Desktop pre-installed such as the one shown below. Refer to the [Selecting A Starter Environment](/user-guide/setting-up-the-environment/starter-environment.md) section for more guidance on the appropriate Starter Environment.

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If an unsupported Starter Environment is selected and you attempt to open the **Ubuntu Desktop Cloud Workstation**, an error message will appear, as shown in the image below.

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## Launching an Ubuntu Desktop Cloud Workstation

After selecting your Starter Environment, select the **Ubuntu Desktop Cloud Workstation** icon to access a desktop view of your Capsule.

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Once launched, you will see the Ubuntu Desktop interface, providing full access to the desktop environment.

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