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A Guide on running Linux without having to partition the hard drive |
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Please note:
This guide will step through how to install Linux without needing to partition the hard drive. Please note that if any harm is made to the equipment whilst following this guide, the author will not be held responsible for the damage that might occur. Linux will operate as a LIVE O/S which means that there will be some limitations to its use.
Please also be aware that links and versions mentioned will change since this article was written.
Requirements for this guide
To continue with this guide the following software are needed:
1) Microsoft Virtual PC . This is a free program as of 16/07/2006 and can be downloaded here .
2) SimplyMepis Linux . This version will continue to change , however this guide is based on the current version which is V6 To download this go to this link . Then choose a mirror location to download the file but make sure that the version downloaded is the released version. This will roughly be around the size of a CD so it should be no larger than 700mb. For dial up connections, it may be best to request a free CD to be shipped .
3) A PC running Windows 2000 or Windows XP Pro. This can work with the home version of XP but there might be some limitations. The PC also has to have at least 512mb RAM for Virtual PC to work with this guide.
Installation and configuration of software
Microsoft Virtual PC will need to be installed and configured first before installing Linux. Once the download has been completed, run the installation program and simply follow the on screen installation instructions. This product is mainly compatible with XP Pro and 2000 Pro, however it can be installed on a XP Home PC. The program will grumble about it not being Pro but it will work. It may also be that some of the hardware may not be available to Linux. The experience in general here is the sound card.
Once Virtual PC is installed, run it from the Start->programs menu or from the Start->All Programs menu, depending on the Windows Start menu layout. The New Virtual PC Wizard should appear like this:
Click on the Next button and select the create a virtual machine and click next. The wizard will then ask for a name for this profile, enter Linux and click next. The Operating system option will default to other, leave this as it is and click next.
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