I've been considering getting Linux lately, but want to keep XP installed on my laptop as well.
Is there a way to have both and be able to choose which one I want to use at a given time? Or when I start the comp up?
A friend of mine is able to slect which OS he wants everytime he starts it up, I was wondering how you could do that.
As well, is there a way to download Ubuntu straight to the HDD without making CDs? Again, while keeping XP still installed.
Linux Mint 11
Favorite Answer
Wubi installer allows you to install Ubuntu 9.04 within Windows without the need to download the ISO. image and create a LiveCD http://wubi-installer.org/
You keep Windows as it is, Wubi only adds an extra option to boot into Ubuntu. Wubi does not require you to modify the partitions of your PC, or to use a different bootloader, and does not install special drivers. It works just like any other application.
Wubi keeps most of the files in one folder, and if you do not like it, you can simply uninstall it as any other application.
Installing Ubuntu From A Windows System With Wubi
http://www.howtoforge.com/wubi_ubuntu_on_windows
Ubuntu 9.04 (Jaunty Jackalope) User Guide
http://ubuntuguide.org/wiki/Ubuntu:Jaunty
RECOMMENDATION
I thoroughly recommend Linux Mint 7 Main Edition which is Ubuntu 9.04 based. Its easy to install and easy to use plus it comes with much of the software you are likely to need preinstalled
Linux Mint has a feature called mint4win based on the Wubi installer (Ubuntu) http://wubi-installer.org/ which enables you to install Linux Mint within windows
You keep Windows as it is, mint4win only adds an extra option to boot into Linux Mint. mint4win does not require you to modify the partitions of your PC, or to use a different bootloader, and does not install special drivers. It works just like any other application.
mint4win like Wubi keeps most of the files in one folder, and if you do not like it, you can simply uninstall it as any other application.
Linux Mint 7 Download
http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=38
Linux Mint 7 Release notes
http://www.linuxmint.com/rel_gloria_whatsnew.php
You download the iso. image of Linux Mint then you need to create a Bootable LiveCD
Boot in to windows insert the LiveCD you have just created and you will offered the option of installing inside windows which is where mint4win comes in, you will be asked how many gigabytes you wish to allocate to Linux Mint (I recommend 8gb) then you set a password for your installation then click install and thats it.
Once Linux Mint is fully installed upon starting your PC you will be given a choice of which operating system you want to use Windows or Linux Mint.
Linux Mint can also be run direct from the LiveCD from Booting up without touching your Hard Drive
WORTH CONSIDERING LINUX MINT 6 (also incudes mint4win)
Linux Mint 6 Download
http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=31
Linux Mint 6 Release notes
http://www.linuxmint.com/rel_felicia_whatsnew.php
CURRENT SESSION
Linux Mint 7 ext4 (GRUB 2) with Compiz 0.8.2
http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=38
http://wiki.compiz-fusion.org/
LUg.
Anonymous
1) You can install Ubuntu from a flash drive.
2) You can install Ubuntu either on a separate partition or as a file in Windows. It still runs as a separate OS (you have to restart the computer to switch).
3) You can install VirtualPC 2007, then install Ubuntu in that. You can run XP and Ubuntu at the same time. (Ubuntu will be slow.)
Jake
Absolutely, you can install both at once!
Ubuntu must be installed from a disk drive as far as I know. (It may be possible to install from memory stick but Discs are easier) With the disk, there should be a partition manager. Each OS must be installed on a different Hard drive or partition. To create a partition you must have enough space remaining on the Hard drive and I urge you to BACK-UP ALL DATA - Learn from my mistake! I would recommend that you ask your friend to assist whilst configuring the install options also.
Stephen
This YouTube video should help you out:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O10Z9GitRPw&feature=channel_page