Frequent Question: How Do I Create a Linux Boot Partition?
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Do you need a boot partition for Linux?

Conclusion. Even though modern Linux installers do not require you to create a separate partition for the boot files, I recommend doing it anyway, especially if you have large hard drives. Otherwise, you might run into the problem I did.

How do I create a boot partition?

Create boot partition in Windows XP

  1. Boot into Windows XP.
  2. Click Start.
  3. Click Run.
  4. Type compmgmt.msc to open Computer Management.
  5. Click OK or press Enter.
  6. Go to Disk Management (Computer Management (Local) > Storage > Disk Management)
  7. Right-click on a unallocated space available on your hard disk and click New Partition.
Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Writer

Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.

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