Testing Linux on a USB drive as a test project
Testing Linux on a USB drive as a test project
I’m just getting started with Linux and wanted to try something unusual. My plan was to install a minimal distro like antiX, BunsenLabs, or even just Linux on a USB drive and run it inside a virtual machine on my MacBook Air. I have a few questions: can this really work? Which option would be best for this setup? Would I need to adjust anything on my Windows side? Are there other important details I should know before diving in? Thanks for your time—I’m excited to explore!
My Linux skills are also quite basic. Still, I’m sure you can install Linux on USB drives, DVDs, floppy disks, and diskettes—you’re really smart! Toast VMs could make it a bit harder, but I think the difference wouldn’t be huge. Edited April 27, 2021 by YouSirAreADudeSir adding more info.
It's feasible, though I'm unsure if it seems unusual. Running Linux inside a virtual machine is likely the more unusual method people use on Macs. For distro suggestions, Tails stands out—it's very small and designed for USB use. You won't need Windows; just create a bootable USB with your preferred ISO.