Quick Answer: How Do I Dual Boot Windows Xp and Linux?

How do I change from Windows XP to Linux?

Try Mint out

1. Download Mint. First, download the Mint ISO file. …
2. Burn the Mint ISO file to a DVD or USB drive. You’re going to need an ISO burner program. …
3. Set up your PC for an alternative bootup. …
4. Boot up Linux Mint. …
5. Give Mint a try. …
6. Make sure your PC is plugged in. …
7. Set up a partition for Linux Mint from Windows. …
8. Boot into Linux.

How can I replace Windows XP with Ubuntu?

Your easiest way will be this:

1. First In Windows XP, give the XP partition a label or name. …
2. Boot to the Ubuntu using Live CD or USB.
3. Open a terminal by pressing Ctrl-Alt-T.
4. Type sudo blkid and press Enter.
5. See an entry with this kind of text LABEL=XP . …
6. Now Click on the Install Ubuntu icon on the Desktop.