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Change your operating system by uninstalling Linux and setting up Windows.

Change your operating system by uninstalling Linux and setting up Windows.

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NoodleLips
Member
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10-29-2023, 07:18 AM
#1
You can likely access BIOS, boot from a USB with Windows, and swap the OS if you have the right tools and knowledge.
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NoodleLips
10-29-2023, 07:18 AM #1

You can likely access BIOS, boot from a USB with Windows, and swap the OS if you have the right tools and knowledge.

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10-29-2023, 12:04 PM
#2
If you’re new to Linux, start by installing the OS on your computer. Then, use the command line tools to explore and manage files. You can find step-by-step tutorials on websites like YouTube or official Linux documentation.
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ButterNugget10
10-29-2023, 12:04 PM #2

If you’re new to Linux, start by installing the OS on your computer. Then, use the command line tools to explore and manage files. You can find step-by-step tutorials on websites like YouTube or official Linux documentation.

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samirRB
Member
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11-07-2023, 08:32 AM
#3
Remove the Linux partition from the Windows installer, generate a fresh drive, format it, and proceed with installation.
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samirRB
11-07-2023, 08:32 AM #3

Remove the Linux partition from the Windows installer, generate a fresh drive, format it, and proceed with installation.

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Kamikaze_007
Senior Member
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11-07-2023, 03:29 PM
#4
Usually after installing Windows from a USB, you can choose to format the disk before proceeding. This is the method I used. When you reach the installation screen asking which drive to use, pick the one that already has Linux installed, then find the formatting option at the bottom. After a short while it will appear clean and ready for Windows.
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Kamikaze_007
11-07-2023, 03:29 PM #4

Usually after installing Windows from a USB, you can choose to format the disk before proceeding. This is the method I used. When you reach the installation screen asking which drive to use, pick the one that already has Linux installed, then find the formatting option at the bottom. After a short while it will appear clean and ready for Windows.

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Feene001
Junior Member
15
11-08-2023, 05:26 AM
#5
Awesome, thanks! Let's get it done.
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Feene001
11-08-2023, 05:26 AM #5

Awesome, thanks! Let's get it done.

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shadowgtr
Member
222
11-08-2023, 11:09 AM
#6
just a small tip... if the laptop has only one drive, create a partition like 100 gigabytes for the operating system, keep the rest for files, games, etc. this way, when you need a fresh install, your data stays on the second drive and you won’t lose anything.
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shadowgtr
11-08-2023, 11:09 AM #6

just a small tip... if the laptop has only one drive, create a partition like 100 gigabytes for the operating system, keep the rest for files, games, etc. this way, when you need a fresh install, your data stays on the second drive and you won’t lose anything.

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ECFatula
Member
62
11-14-2023, 12:01 PM
#7
btw, is there any reason your friend can't/doesn't want to use Linux? If the laptop comes with Linux then I'd generally stick with Linux. Unless your friend plans on gaming on his laptop then Linux will be fine.
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ECFatula
11-14-2023, 12:01 PM #7

btw, is there any reason your friend can't/doesn't want to use Linux? If the laptop comes with Linux then I'd generally stick with Linux. Unless your friend plans on gaming on his laptop then Linux will be fine.

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Crafter_015
Member
162
11-22-2023, 08:36 PM
#8
He intends to pursue gaming but already has another laptop.
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Crafter_015
11-22-2023, 08:36 PM #8

He intends to pursue gaming but already has another laptop.