diff --git a/ruby/introduction/installing_ruby.md b/ruby/introduction/installing_ruby.md
index dd07d16e655..66f423e4504 100644
--- a/ruby/introduction/installing_ruby.md
+++ b/ruby/introduction/installing_ruby.md
@@ -35,11 +35,10 @@ If you're using Ubuntu or Xubuntu, press Ctrl + Alt + Enter.
+First, we need to make sure your Linux distribution is up to date. Run these commands. Because these commands use `sudo`, you will have to enter your password in order for them to run. When typing your password, you may not get any visual feedback, but rest assured that your password is being entered. Once you're done typing your password, press Enter.
```bash
-sudo apt update
-sudo apt upgrade
+sudo apt update && apt upgrade
```
When it prompts you, press Y and then Enter.