This guide covers the preparation and installation of Linux. Along with some optional solutions that some might find useful.
Create Bootable Linux USB
First, create a bootable disk to install the operating systems of your own choosing.
- Windows can run UNetbootin or Rufus (Recommended).
- Linux can run UNetbootin or utilize DD in CLI (advanced).
Use CLI commands at your own risk. Ensure you understand how they work. This command may cause data loss if not used properly.
Let’s break this command down a little.
- “sudo” executes commands as a superuser, this would be something comparable to elevated administrative rights in Windows. Although Windows Administrators do not have permission over system files.
- “dd” is a command-line utility developed for Unix and Unix-like operating systems such as Linux. Its primary function is converting and copying files.
- “if=” is going to point towards the intended destination.
- “of=” is going to point to the intended input location such as a file.
Disks will show up in /dev/
sudo dd if=/dev/sdx of=
imagefile.iso
Install
- Insert the bootable USB drive and reboot the machine.
- Repeatedly hit F12 at boot to enter the boot menu.
- Select the USB drive and hit enter.
This should load the GRUB 2 bootloader. Select the Linux image you want to boot into. Use the install option on the desktop and follow the prompts. If the installation process fails, try compatibility mode. Once Linux is installed, remove the USB and reboot.
Here is a link on Canonicals’ website about Ubuntu installation. Here
rEFInd Bootloader Installation
This is optional, but will fill in the gaps for boot management. It’s also flexible and customizable for those who want a little more control over their bootloader.
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