Can i install windows xp and ubuntu on same partition?
Thundercleese asked:
I have windows xp installed on my computer and i want to install ubuntu using wubi. I hav lots of important data on my hard disk and i dont want to make a new partition. Can i install ubuntu in the same partition as windows?
12.28.08which linux version is good for a windows convert?
sn_cloud asked:
Hi,
I am looking to build a new home PC & would like to start using Linux . I’ve built PC’s before, so I’ll verify that I can get a linux driver before purchasing a video card/sound card/etc..
I’m unable to determine which linux version is best for me.
Can someone give the differences between Suse, Red Hat, Xandros, & Kubuntu for an experienced Windows user?
thank you for your time.
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Ubuntu?
FenderGuy204 asked:
Hello all,
I was just wondering about Ubuntu Linux.
I have Vista, and i share this computer with my family.
I have my own windows account, but my question is; Can I download Ubuntu Linux Just for my account and still have vista and have it NOT affect anyother accounts? Is there a way i can download ubuntu to an icon, so when i click on the icon the OS takes over? http://www.ubuntu.com/products/WhatIsUbuntu/desktopedition
is ^this a small download for teh idea that i have or what?
thx, sorry for the usage and spelling: im in a bit of a hurry here lol
thx guys!
I just put Xubuntu on an old computer to see if I like it, what is the best wireless nic to use?
Pilgrim asked:
This is a machine with a modest hard drive and only 262 ram.
I have returned two different cards at this point, one from ‘Best Buy’ whose Geek Squad guy told me it was the right one, and one from a small computer store who also told me it would work.
Obviously linux use isn’t so widespread that techies in places like these are up to speed on it.
Anybody out there have any ideas?
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How to Configure Ubuntu with all Desptop Effects?
Gaurav asked:
i just installed ubuntu on my machine, and would want to have all the effects installed like the burn effect and the vista theme , the revolving box etc.
1) I have Nvidia 7900GS , what kind of drivers would i need for ubuntu and to enable its effects.
2) where and how do i get the platforms for these effects(beryl etc)
3) how do i install these effects and what are the pre-requirements.
Is there a way to access wubi linux files via the windows partition?
izz asked:
I have installed linux with wubi and it worked for a while. But for some reason the computer doesnt boot into linux anymore. I have decided not to use wubi anymore but i would like to retrieve the files that i had saved on linux. is there anyway to access them from windows or somehow reinstall kubuntu and then get access to th files?
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when i install kubuntu will i still have all my music etc?
Chris asked:
i am thinking of using kubuntu as a pose to windows. will i have to re install my modem etc and will i loose all my music and videos if i do so.
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graphics card requires windows vista?
moops asked:
i just got the EVGA 9800 GT graphics card for my computer, and it came with free Crysis. On the side of the box it has the requirements and one is Windows Vista. I will have windows vista on my computer but i was hoping to be able to use the new version of ubuntu that is coming out soon, 8.10 intrepid ibex, will i be able to use ubuntu or not if i am using dualboot?
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Will creating a Linux partition resolve a Master Boot Record issue for a HDD with Windows ME installed?
Tallis Brig asked:
I Accidentally Screwed up my 80 Gig HDD with Windows ME. It seems i deleted my Master Boot Record. I have repeatedly tried to use “Fdisk /MBR” to repair the problem, but the command doesn’t seem to do anything. I can access all of my files using the DOS on my boot disk, but Windows still won’t boot up. I can, however, boot up Xubuntu using a live CD. If I Use the Xubuntu Install to disk feature, it gives me the option to create a new partition. Would Creating a new partition, and installing Linux Create a new MBR? Would that help get Windows ME going again? or would that only compound the problem?
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Booting?
Sameh asked:
I have a bootable xubuntu disk. i want to boot and install xubuntu os from it (it is in my cd rom). i previously went to BIOS and changed to order of boot.(basically i made the pc boot from the hdd after it booted from the disk.)
but the problem is that now it takes 2-3 minutes trying to boot from the cd rom, then boots from the hdd (win98). basically, its skipping the boot from the cd.
I have another ‘problem’ with my cd rom. please read, it might be something to do with this:
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AlQNH3ALvX1Q0.kryl8SY4rsy6IX?qid=20070811003629AAGKGpc
oh, and i checked the bootable disk, and it works fine. i installed xubuntu as a second os on my other pc.
thanks. and ask me if specs are required.
-shame-
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