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Windows Xp x64 and Ubuntu 64bit

Asked by John495

This is a simple question but I just want to make sure I'm right before I start this install.
My pc has Windows Xp x64 on it right now and I want to run a dual boot with Ubuntu 64bit.
Do I just need to create a partition on my hard drive and install Ubuntu on that partition?
Also anyone recommend any ubuntu 64 bit os's?

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Best Jim Hutchinson (jphutch) said : 		#1

You will need a separate partition but you don't have to create it beforehand. The installer will do that. Just make sure you use the option to resize and NOT use entire disk. Backup important stuff anyway just in case. Some good info on dual booting can be found at https://help.ubuntu.com/community/WindowsDualBoot

I'm not sure what mean about recommending ubuntu 64 bit OS's. Are you talking about version (7.04 vs 7.10 for example) or the various flavors (kubuntu vs ubuntu)? Personally, I'd go for the newest (7.10) and install the Ubuntu flavor. You can always add the desktop environments. Or use the live CD for Ubuntu and Kubuntu and see which you like better. Xubuntu is an option too but usually meant for people wanting a lightweight setup for lower end hardware.

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John495 (johnathon495) said : 		#2

Thanks Jim Hutchinson, that solved my question.

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John495 (johnathon495) said : 		#3

Ill check out those versions and see what I like better. Thanks!

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Jim Hutchinson (jphutch) said : 		#4

Glad I could help. Enjoy.

What I meant about adding other desktop environments is that if you install Ubuntu for example you will get the GNOME desktop. If you install Kubuntu you get KDE. However, you can install Ubuntu and then add all the parts to have Kubuntu too. You can choose at login which you want. This is fun if you want to try the different ones for a long period and switch back and forth. However, unless you are into testing, I'd find the one you like best and stick with it. I use GNOME but when KDE 4 is released I will definitely try it out.