How Do You Dual Boot XP & Linux?
While Windows XP is currently the most widely used and accessible operating system, many computer users prefer the flexibility, user power and security offered by Linux operating systems. Fortunately, there is no need to pick between Linux and Windows XP. Ubuntu, a free Linux distribution, includes an installation program that can partition your hard drive into two separate sections, one for Windows XP and one for itself. This essentially means that both operating systems are confined to a certain area of the hard drive. By following a few simple instructions, you can install both Windows XP and Ubuntu on a single computer. Download the Ubuntu installer from ubuntu.com/getubuntu/download Mount the installer image onto a blank disk and burn it. This is your installation disk. Insert your installation disk into a CD-ROM drive and reboot the computer. The Ubuntu installer will boot and ask you to partition your hard disk. The automatic partitioning mode is recommended because it is easy,