Quick Answer: How Do I Install Ubuntu Next to Windows 7?
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How do I install Linux next to Windows 7?

How to Dual-boot Linux and Windows (on a PC With Windows 7 Already Installed)

  1. Step 1: Getting Prepared. …
  2. Step 2: Select a Linux Distro. …
  3. Step 3: Prepare Installation Media. …
  4. Step 4: Backup Windows. …
  5. Step 5: Partition the Hard Drive. …
  6. Step 6: Boot From Removable Media. …
  7. Step 7: Install OS. …
  8. Step 8: Change Boot Device (again)

Can I install Ubuntu on Windows 7 same drive?

2 Answers. You have to partition your HDD before installing Ubuntu (from what you’re writing you are not experienced, don’t take it personally). You have to partition your hard drive. Create one partition for Windows (install it and on other part of your HDD install Ubuntu (installer will help you with that).

Alexander Ross

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