Tuesday, May 14, 2013

How to install Linux on laptop that is running on windows XP?

Q. My windows recovery CD seems to be pretty damaged and I'm not planning on buying new CD.I know that linux is free,so I would like try it but I don't know how to install it.Can anyone explain me step-by-step?I will really appreciate it.

A. I thoroughly recommend Linux Mint 9 LTS which is built upon Ubuntu 10.04 LTS (Long Term Support) its easy to install and easy to use plus it comes with much of the software you are likely to need preinstalled

Linux Mint 9 LTS Download
http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=52

Linux Mint 9 LTS Installation Guide
http://www.linuxbsdos.com/2009/12/03/linux-mint-8-installation-guide/

Linux Mint 9 LTS Release Notes/User Guide
http://www.linuxmint.com/rel_isadora.php

You download the ISO. image of Linux Mint 9 LTS then you need to create a Bootable LiveCD for installation
https://help.ubuntu.com/community/BurningIsoHowto

Linux Mint 9 LTS can also be run direct from the LiveCD from Boot without touching your Hard Drive


LUg.

What is your personal favorite linux distribution?
Q. Just want a few ideas, looking to put linux on my laptop, I find windows is too bloated.

A. I personally love Ubuntu they have great support in the forums I have Ubuntu 10.4 Lucid on 3 Desktops and 1 Laptop and just cant get enough of it.

Ubuntu is an ethic or humanist philosophy focusing on people's allegiances and relations with each other. The word has its origin in the Bantu languages of southern Africa. Ubuntu is seen as a classical African concept. The Ubuntu operating system was named for this principle.

The Ubuntu community for sure conforms to this ethic. Ubuntu offers tons of free software and a wonderful GUI and easy to use software management all for free. If you try Ubuntu it will grow on you for sure. Best of luck in finding the best OS for your self hope this has helped.

GOOD LUCK!

How do I install Ubuntu Linux on a PC without removing the Windows OS?
Q. I have a laptop with Windows XP on it. My friend has Ubuntu Linux on his laptop and I really like it. How can I install Ubuntu Linux on my laptop, without removing the Windows XP OS? (I want to have them both)

A. Installing Ubuntu as a dual-boot with Windows without partitioning
http://www.psychocats.net/ubuntu/wubi

With Windows 7 you need to run the installer in vista compatability mode

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.

Boot in to windows insert the Ubuntu 9.10 LiveCD and you will offered the option of installing inside windows which is where the Wubi installer comes in, you will be asked how many gigabytes you wish to allocate to Ubuntu (I recommend 8gb) then you set a password for your installation then click install and thats it.

Once Ubuntu is fully installed upon starting your PC you will be given a choice of which operating system you want to use Windows or Ubuntu

Ubuntu 9.10 Download
http://www.ubuntu.com/GetUbuntu/download

Ubuntu 9.10 (Karmic Koala) User Guide
http://ubuntuguide.org/wiki/Ubuntu:Karmic


LUg.



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