Download Linux on Windows - Step-by-Step Solutions

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The discussion revolves around downloading and running Linux on a Windows system, primarily through VirtualBox. Users explore two main methods: dual-booting and using a virtual machine. The latter allows Linux to run as software within Windows but requires proper installation and configuration. A user initially struggles with VirtualBox, facing issues related to CPU compatibility and storage management. They eventually find a solution by downloading the 32-bit version of Ubuntu and successfully installing it, though they encounter problems with storage persistence in the virtual environment. The conversation highlights the importance of correctly installing Linux rather than just trying it, as well as the benefits of using Windows' built-in Linux subsystem for easier access to Linux tools. Participants emphasize that Python code is portable across platforms, suggesting that using Python on Windows is sufficient for learning purposes. The discussion concludes with tips on managing virtual machines and the potential for creating snapshots for easier resets.
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whats this mean?
 

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I believe these steps are explained in detail in the video I mentioned before. Press continue, but please refer to the video I mentioned before to complete the process.
 
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S_David said:
I believe these steps are explained in detail in the video I mentioned before. Press continue, but please refer to the video I mentioned before to complete the process.
Its working perfectly and My computer looks fine so everything is okay :) Thanks a lot for your help.
 
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Arman777 said:
I just thought If there was an easy way to use it, I could have try, but seems its more complex then I thought.
Just to mention, If you are running Windows 10, it comes with a built in Linux subsystem that you can turn on very easily. I've been using it for over a year to compile Python and C++ code with no problems.
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/wsl/install-win10
 
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You might want to create a snapshot once everything is working, that way you can do all the work you need for a class, then completely reset the machine to a vanilla install once you are done with it. I always like to start with a completely fresh machine when doing anything new.
 
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That's also nice idea but I have already installed it so...Kind of late for that.

I tried to do it but I couldnt. Well I can If I try for sure but Idk. Also It says that it only opens terminal but not like the whole linux system.
 
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fresh_42 said:
... or do you want to emulate Linux under Windows (if this is possible?)?
It must be possible, given that Windows can do anything what the universal Turing machine can.
 
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kaustubhb said:
Nope, it does not. Python code is highly portable across platforms.

Very true. There are some differences between how the Python interpreter accesses the OS though. For example if you are writing a program to run on multiple machines you need to test for which OS is present and test for the terminal size differently for each OS or just make an assumed default size that is smaller than most terminal windows. Full screen terminals with modern screens can allow some pretty big text (like 20lines at 132characters per line) or lots of text (like 70lines at 200characters per line) depending on the FONT and SIZE the users chooses for the terminal window. Each user can RESIZE the terminal window so testing allows you to left and right justify column positions based on the size of the terminal window. Or position a screen element based on the size of the window.

Hope this helps,
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