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The video provides a comprehensive, step-by-step guide on dual-booting Windows and Linux on a PC, specifically using Ubuntu as the Linux distribution. The presenter outlines the benefits of dual-booting, such as maintaining both operating systems and the ability to switch back to Windows if needed. The process begins with downloading Ubuntu's ISO file and using the Rufus tool to create a bootable USB drive. Emphasis is placed on partitioning the storage drive using Windows Disk Management to allocate space for Linux, recommending at least 25GB for the Ubuntu installation.
Following this, the video covers disabling secure boot through UEFI firmware settings to facilitate the installation. It continues with detailed instructions on using the boot menu to start the Linux installation from the USB drive, which includes connecting to Wi-Fi and configuring initial setup options.
The video also addresses potential boot issues post-installation, such as ensuring Ubuntu is set as the priority boot option in the BIOS settings. Additionally, it provides a primer on navigating Ubuntu’s pre-installed software for various tasks and managing settings. Finally, for those who wish to revert to a single OS, it offers guidance on how to remove the Linux partition using Windows Disk Management or g-parted in Linux and restore the allocated space back to Windows.
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In this part of the video, the presenter outlines a step-by-step guide to dual-booting Windows and Linux on a PC. First, they highlight the benefits of dual-booting, such as keeping both operating systems intact and easily switching back to Windows if needed. Viewers are instructed to use a USB drive of at least 8GB, and they are also invited to enter a giveaway for an Intel i7 Mini PC.
The process starts with downloading a Linux distribution (Ubuntu is used as an example) and its corresponding ISO file. Next, the presenter guides viewers to use Rufus, a tool for creating bootable USB drives, to prepare the installation media. Emphasis is placed on selecting the correct USB drive to avoid data loss.
The next crucial step is partitioning the storage drive to allocate space for Linux. This involves using the Disk Management tool in Windows to create the necessary partition.
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In this segment of the video, the presenter explains how to shrink the C drive partition and allocate space for installing a Linux operating system, recommending at least 25 gigabytes for Ubuntu. They shrink the volume on their one terabyte SSD, allocating half of it to Linux. Secure boot needs to be disabled before installation; this can be done by accessing system information and navigating through advanced options in the UEFI firmware settings. After disabling secure boot, the presenter guides on starting the Linux installation using a USB drive. They detail the steps of entering the boot menu, selecting the USB drive, and proceeding with the Linux installation, either trying Ubuntu first or directly installing it. The process involves connecting to Wi-Fi and configuring settings, ultimately setting up Ubuntu alongside the Windows boot manager.
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In this segment, the video explains how to address issues with booting into Windows instead of Linux after setting up a dual-boot system. It details entering the BIOS through Windows by holding the shift key while clicking restart, selecting troubleshoot, advanced options, and UEFI firmware settings, then adjusting the boot order to prioritize Ubuntu. It covers navigating Ubuntu, using its pre-installed software, and managing settings for web browsing and document creation. It also includes steps to revert the changes if one decides to stop using Linux, such as backing up files, deleting the Linux partition through Windows Disk Management, and expanding the Windows partition. Lastly, the video mentions using g-parted on Linux to remove Windows if desired.