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So I am trying to make the switch from Windows 8 to Ubuntu. I am sick of windows 8 and I want to start fresh and learn a new OS. But I need help. Apparently making the switch seems like a rather complicated process. My computer is pre-installed with Windows and it also does not have a disc drive. Any guidance here would be greatly appreciated!

Dillon Powers
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im also new to Ubuntu. But its easy to install ubuntu beside windows 8.
1. Download image of ubuntu from ubuntu.com
2. Download LinuxLive USB Creator
http://www.linuxliveusb.com/
3. Install Lili in windows
4. grab your USB flash disk and connect it to PC
5. Install downloaded ISO to USB with Lili.
http://www.linuxliveusb.com/en/help/guide

Than just boot your computer from USB. Good luck and have fun :-)

Pavel Tajduš
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  • Along side? Nooo I want to completely format my hdd and get rid of windows 8 and only have ubuntu – Dillon Powers Aug 22 '14 at 14:20
  • Its no problem. Ubuntu will ask U, if u want to install along side, or just ubuntu and delete windows. – Pavel Tajduš Aug 22 '14 at 14:24
  • Wow great. Thank you so much for the speedy replies. Il try this right now – Dillon Powers Aug 22 '14 at 14:25
  • Your welcome. Let me know, if everything is ok, and if u like Ubuntu as We :-) – Pavel Tajduš Aug 22 '14 at 14:26
  • I do have another question. I will admit I am a bit nervous switching 100% to ubuntu. I have a 'gaming' laptop and I was wondering how difficult it is making the switch. Will I lose much functionality with my laptop or have any driver issues? The computer is maybe 8 months old. – Dillon Powers Aug 22 '14 at 14:59
  • Well its hard to say. Had no problem with drivers yet, but that doesnt mean, that it can be said for all computers. But Ubuntu comunity is amazing and every problem has solution. – Pavel Tajduš Aug 22 '14 at 15:15
  • Try it along side windows and u will see. Or try it live, and then install. – Pavel Tajduš Aug 22 '14 at 15:16
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I recently installed Ubuntu as well, and it was pretty easy and painless.

  1. Download ubuntu from ubuntu.com
  2. Download Pen Drive to your USB (Needs 2gb or higher)
  3. Run Pen Drive Installer and select the ISO file
  4. Insert USB to computer
  5. Reboot computer and set the Boot First option to the flash drive in BIOS
  6. Follow the on screen instructions.

There will be times when it appears to not be doing anything, but it is working. It will take while so just be patient.

Have fun!!

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Allen Levings
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