Fake Ubuntu Update Screen

Simulate the Ubuntu Linux boot and check/update process.

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Systemd Check

Simulates the file system check spinner seen during boot.

Canonical Style

Uses official Ubuntu colors (#2c001e and #dd4814) for authenticity.

Why use a Fake Ubuntu Screen?

This tool simulates a fake Ubuntu Linux file system check or update process. It uses the official "Aubergine" dark background and the characteristic loading spinner. It's perfect for pranking Linux users or simply making your monitor look like it's busy with a critical system task.

How to use this prank?

  1. Go to this page on a computer (works best on Linux machines!).
  2. Click the "Go Fullscreen" button.
  3. The browser will go fullscreen and show the Ubuntu spinner.
  4. Pretend your file system is corrupt or checking integrity.
  5. Press ESC to return to normal.

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