Download Linux on Windows - Step-by-Step Solutions

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This discussion focuses on downloading and running Linux on a Windows system using VirtualBox and dual-boot configurations. Users explored the installation process, troubleshooting issues related to CPU compatibility, and managing virtual machine storage. Key insights include the importance of installing the correct version of Linux (32-bit for i686 CPUs) and the necessity of removing the .iso image after installation to avoid boot errors. Additionally, Windows 10 users can utilize the built-in Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) for a seamless experience.

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  • Understanding of VirtualBox 6.1 installation and configuration
  • Knowledge of dual-boot systems and hard drive partitioning
  • Familiarity with Linux distributions, specifically Ubuntu
  • Basic troubleshooting skills for virtual machines and operating systems
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  • Research how to set up a dual-boot system with Windows and Ubuntu
  • Learn about VirtualBox snapshots and resource management
  • Explore the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) installation process
  • Investigate common Linux command-line tools and their Windows equivalents
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This discussion is beneficial for developers, system administrators, and students who need to run Linux applications alongside Windows, particularly those learning Python or requiring Linux-specific tools.

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whats this mean?
 

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  • #32
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.
 
  • #38
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,
dmac257
 
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