MATLAB R2018b remains a popular version for engineers and researchers due to its stable toolboxes and specific hardware compatibility. Installing it requires a MathWorks account and an active license. System Requirements for R2018b

license

For Linux

  1. Launch the Installer: Run the downloaded file. On Windows, this is an .exe; on macOS, it is a .dmg.

    • Accept the license agreement.
    • Choose the installation location.
    • Select the products to install (MATLAB 2018b and any additional toolboxes you want).
    • Configure your installation preferences (e.g., whether to install symbolic links).

    Linux: