apt
and systemd
. And of course, Ubuntu andLinux offers considerable advantages in being free and open-source.sudo apt install bcmwl-kernel-source
. However, there's an unfortunate catch-22, as apt install
requires the internet. So we cannot get the wifi working until we perform anaction which requires the internet. On a desktop, I'd recommend just connectingvia Ethernet. However, most MacBook hardware no longer contains an Ethernetport. It is possible to get an “Ethernet to Thunderbolt” converter, but it costsaround $30. Instead, I prefer to use a USB Wifi Adapter, like this one fromRaspberry Pi. They're lessthan $10, and also can be used on Raspberry Pi's, etc.