Switching from Windows to Linux
Switching from Windows to Linux
Sure, I can help with that. Switching from Windows to ArchLinux is a good idea to test things out. Be careful about your backup SSD—corruption could happen if you don’t handle it properly. You mentioned you were planning to unplug the SSD, install ArchLinux on the main drive, and then connect the other one with your data. Just make sure the backup files are safe before proceeding. Txts, videos, downloads, and other media should stay intact if you follow the steps carefully.
For testing purposes, avoid installing it on your primary system. Use a virtual machine such as VirtualBox, install a budget SSD to add to your setup (allowing you to detach storage devices containing sensitive files), or consider using an older refurbished computer. Always back up critical information before proceeding.
I’m not speaking for Arch, but Ubuntu has managed NTFS reading and writing for more than ten years now. That suggests you should probably be okay. Dual booting wouldn’t cause issues in this case.
By the way, your backup SSD isn't automatically mounted when you install Linux. The system won't access it unless you explicitly request it at startup. Once mounted, it works fine as usual. Just remember one important note: refer to the guide here for details: https://github.com/ValveSoftware/Proton/...nd-Windows