You Asked: Can You Have Linux and Windows 7 on the Same Computer?

Dual Booting Explained: How You Can Have Multiple Operating Systems on Your Computer. … Google and Microsoft ended Intel’s plans for dual-boot Windows and Android PCs, but you can install Windows 8.1 alongside Windows 7, have both Linux and Windows on the same computer, or install Windows or Linux alongside Mac OS X.

Can I have both Linux and Windows as operating systems on my computer?

Yes, you can install both operating systems on your computer. … The Linux installation process, in most circumstances, leaves your Windows partition alone during the install. Installing Windows, however, will destroy the information left by bootloaders and so should never be installed second.

Can I have 2 operating systems on my computer?

Yes, most likely. Most computers can be configured to run more than one operating system. Windows, macOS, and Linux (or multiple copies of each) can happily coexist on one physical computer.