No WiFi on Ubuntu

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Hello.
I downloaded Ubuntu on my PC, and after installing it, everything went well but I can't connect to Wi-Fi or Ethernet, what should I do?
Thank you!!

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  1. blackmefias_3350 Posted messages 709 Registration date   Status Member Last intervention   70
     
    hello,
    here are several steps to recover a wireless Internet connection on Ubuntu/Linux

    1) Check that your wireless adapter is enabled and that Ubuntu recognizes it: see Device recognition and operation. Check if drivers are available for your wireless adapter; install and verify them: see Device drivers. Check your Internet connection: see Wireless connections.

    2)How to connect to a wireless network with Ubuntu

    Open the system menu on the right side of the top bar.
    Select Wi-Fi not connected to expand the menu.
    Choose Select a network.
    Browse the names of nearby networks. Select the one you want and press Connect. …
    Enter the network password and press Connect.

    3)How to connect Ubuntu 20.04 to the Internet
    Connect to a wireless network

    Open the system menu on the right side of the top bar.
    Select Wi-Fi not connected. …
    Click on Select a network.
    Click on the name of the desired network, then click on Connect. …
    If the network is password protected (encryption key), enter the password when prompted and click
    on Connect.

    4)How to detect Wi-Fi on Ubuntu
    Wireless connection troubleshooter
    Open a Terminal window, type lshw -C network and press Enter. …
    Browse the information that has appeared and find the Wireless interface section. …
    If a wireless device is listed, proceed to the Device drivers step.

    For a wired connection:
    How to enable Ethernet on Ubuntu:

    Click on the gear and key icon in the launcher to open system settings. …
    Once the settings are open, double-click on the Network tile.
    Once there, select the Wired or Ethernet option in the left panel.
    At the top right of the window, there will be a switch indicating On.

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