How Do I Install Multiple Operating Systems on Windows 10?
Contents You Can Have Two (Or More) Versions of Windows Installed Side-by-Side on the Same Pc and Choose Between Them at Boot Time. Typically, You Should...
You can have two (or more) versions of Windows installed side-by-side on the same PC and choose between them at boot time. Typically, you should install the newer operating system last. For example, if you want to dual-boot Windows 7 and 10, install Windows 7 and then install Windows 10 second.
How do I install two operating systems on Windows 10?
What do I need to dual boot Windows?
- Install a new hard drive, or create a new partition on the existing one using the Windows Disk Management Utility.
- Plug in the USB stick containing the new version of Windows, then reboot the PC.
- Install Windows 10, being sure to select the Custom option.
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