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How-To: Teach Linux To Do Windows, Part 1: Page 16 of 32

  1. shut down your computer, set your BIOS to tell the computer to boot from your CD/DVD drive.

  2. insert Disk 1 of the multi-CD / DVD set which contains the Linux OS and applications, and boot.
  3. Do whatever it tells you to do.

The main thing to remember with respect to installing Linux in a dual-boot setup is this: When you get to the disk formatting/partitioning screen, make sure you tell the computer not to reformat your Windows drive. Other than that, use the default installation parameters except when you know they are not practical for the setup you intend to have. For more information, go to the website maintained by the developers of your distribution and read their installation information. Print it out if you feel the need. Having an experienced Linux user for handholding is a good idea for your first installation attempt.