Ubuntu is a free computer system, like Windows or macOS, but it’s built by a community. It’s great for programmers because it’s very flexible and has lots of tools already built-in that help you code.

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In case you are ever unable to open WordPad or Notepad or it is missing entirely from your PC, here is how you can bring it back.

Notepad now allows you to write Markdown without installing anything extra. Use toolbar shortcuts to apply formatting, switch views, and clear formatting when needed.

Before you start using the exported file, it's a good idea to open it using Notepad to see if all the packages you need are there, or if there are any apps you don't want to restore on other PCs.

Windows 11 On Windows 11, you can now use Notepad with Markdown support, and in this guide, I'll explain these steps to enable, use the markup language, and disable the feature.