Linux and windows 7

Domonico · 08-25-2011, 11:53 AM

How can I have both linux and windows 7 and what version of linux should I use. I tried debian but that wouldnt let me also use windows 7. please help!!!

ButterflyMelissa · 08-25-2011, 12:01 PM

Yo!

First off, I noticed you just got here...welcome!

The cleanest way? Use two separate PC's and a KVM. That's what I started out to do. But, it's my two cents. CO-operation of these two can (I stress CAN) be problematic, at best...

Besides, the needs of Linux are such that a hand-me-down wil do nicely...trust me!

Luck

Thor

repo · 08-25-2011, 12:26 PM

You could start with a live CD, or install windows in a virtual machine in windows.
Ubuntu can be installed in windows using wubi.
http://www.ubuntu.com/download/ubuntu/windows-installer
To dual boot:
http://apcmag.com/the_definitive_dua...stepbystep.htm

Quote:

I tried debian but that wouldnt let me also use windows 7.

What was the problem, perhaps we can help you solve it.

Kind regards

baldy3105 · 08-25-2011, 12:52 PM

I am responding to this post from my Ubuntu 11.04 (a Debian derivative) laptop which dual boots with Windows7, so its definitely possible.
Maybe try again and when you hit a problem drop us a post.

Domonico · 08-25-2011, 01:39 PM

thanks that was helpful now I just have to figure out how to get my wireless adapter to work with ubuntu

repo · 08-25-2011, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Domonico

thanks that was helpful now I just have to figure out how to get my wireless adapter to work with ubuntu

I would suggest to start a new thread for the wireless problem.

Kind regards

jefro · 08-25-2011, 08:53 PM

The most simple and safe way would be to install a free virtual machine. It would make your linux transition much more easy.

In fact I never install a linux OS anymore. Just no reason to for me at home. Just create a new virtual machine and run. I run everything from Mac to QNX to BeOS and more while I keep the Windows 7 for what it does. I almost never have to fool with drivers or play with wireless since windows does it all for the virtual machine.