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    How To Run Linux On Vista?

    Discussion in 'Linux Compatibility and Software' started by nhl770, May 29, 2007.

  1. nhl770

    nhl770 Notebook Geek

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    Hey guys,

    What is the best way to run Linux Ubuntu on Vista, can the laptop be dual booted?? Or do i have to run a Vm program, someone help please.
     
    nhl770, May 29, 2007
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  2. stgben

    stgben Notebook Geek

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    Well what exactly is it that you want to do? You can do both a dual boot and run Linux through a VM. If you are looking to do the former, you don't actually run Linux on Vista. They are separate operating systems, and on boot up you would choose which one to use at that time.
     
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