Title: Revolutionize Your Linux Experience: Learn How to Install Thunderbird 5 in Ubuntu Now!

Are you tired of using old and sluggish email clients in your Linux machine? If yes, then it is time to revolutionize your Linux experience by installing the latest version of Thunderbird. Thunderbird is a powerful email client that offers seamless integration with different platforms, and its latest version comes with even more advanced features. In this article, you will learn how to install Thunderbird 5 in Ubuntu.

Before we go into the installation process, it’s essential to understand what Thunderbird is and why it is an excellent email client for Linux users. Thunderbird is an open-source email client that offers several advanced features that make it stand out from other email clients available in the market. Some of the features of Thunderbird include:

  • Message filtering
  • Multiple channel chat
  • Security features like S/MIME and digital signing
  • Recurring events
  • Calendar integration
  • Message archive
  • Message tagging
  • Search capabilities

These features make Thunderbird a complete email and messaging solution for Linux users. Now, let’s move on to the installation process.

Installation Process:

The installation process of Thunderbird is relatively simple, and you can do it using the Ubuntu package manager. Here are the steps to follow:

Step 1: Launch the Ubuntu Terminal

You can launch the Ubuntu Terminal by pressing Ctrl+Alt+T. Alternatively, you can search for “Terminal” in the applications menu and click on it to launch it.

Step 2: Add the Mozilla PPA

You need to add the Mozilla PPA (Personal Package Archive) to your system before you can install Thunderbird. To add the PPA, enter the following command in the Terminal:

sudo add-apt-repository ppa:mozillateam/thunderbird-stable

Press Enter to continue.

Step 3: Update the Package Manager

After adding the PPA, you need to update the Ubuntu package manager to ensure that it can detect the latest version of Thunderbird. To do this, enter the following command:

sudo apt update

Press Enter to continue.

Step 4: Install Thunderbird

Now that you have added the PPA and updated the package manager, you can install Thunderbird. To do this, enter the following command:

sudo apt install thunderbird

Press Enter to continue.

Step 5: Launch Thunderbird

After the installation is complete, you can launch Thunderbird by searching for it in the applications menu or by typing “thunderbird” in the Terminal.

Conclusion:

By following these simple steps, you can install the latest version of Thunderbird in Ubuntu and revolutionize your Linux email experience. Thunderbird offers several advanced features that make it an excellent email client for Linux users. So, what are you waiting for? Install Thunderbird now and take your Linux email experience to the next level!

In case you are not aware, Thunderbird 5 is now released and is available for download. This latest release contains many bugs fixed and comes with extra features like new addons manager, tab dragging and reordering and enhanced account manager. For Ubuntu users, you can either download the tar file, unzip it and run the executable file or use a PPA and install it via the Ubuntu Software Center. The latter method is preferable as it allows you to receive regular update and is able to better integrate with the system.

Installation

To install Thunderbird 5 via PPA, open a terminal and type the following:

Done. Go to “Applications -> Internet -> Thunderbird” to run the application.

Integrate Thunderbird to the Messaging menu

For the Thunderbird to appear in the Messaging menu, all you have to do is to install the “Ubuntu Unity Messaging Menu” extension.

In Thunderbird, go to “Tools -> Add-ons“. Search for “Messaging Menu”. Install the first extension that appears in the screen.

Restart Thunderbird after the installation. The Thunderbird entry should appear in the messaging menu now.

Replacing Evolution

If you are using the calendar feature in Evolution and you want to migrate to Thunderbird, you might be disappointed to find that Thunderbird does not come with a Calendar feature by default. You can, however, install the several extensions to implement the calendar feature.

Lightning is the most popular (and most comprehensive) Calendar extension for Thunderbird. It is almost a “must-install” for every Thunderbird user.

Alternatively, if you are a Google Calendar user, you can also install the Google Calendar Tab extension that loads your Google Calendar in a new tab.

If you are using IMAP to check your email accounts, there is no need to do any email migration from Evolution. However, for those using the POP protocol, follow the instructions here to migrate all your settings from Evolution.

Lastly, enjoy your Thunderbird.

Note: Thunderbird could be the default email client for Ubuntu Oneiric. It will be good if you can familiarize with it now.

Damien Oh started writing tech articles since 2007 and has over 10 years of experience in the tech industry. He is proficient in Windows, Linux, Mac, Android and iOS, and worked as a part time WordPress Developer. He is currently the owner and Editor-in-Chief of Make Tech Easier.

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