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I'm going to install Windows (as default boot - for a daily use/games) on a new computer, with a new SSD.

I'd like to add a dual boot for Ubuntu (for more technical uses - Development).

What do you suggest ?

First install Windows, then add Ubuntu ? Is 20Go enough for Ubuntu ? Any tips ?

Thanks !

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I'd probably start with Windows, because it's more finicky about how it boots/runs. And then add ubuntu in a separate partition. But really, what I do is run ubuntu in a virtual machine, that's so much better than mucking about with boot partitions..

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  • I can't find anything to disagree with there (+1). Dual booting is so annoying when after you reboot you find that all documents are closed (plus the reboot time). Use a VM (VirtualBox is probably the best free one), and don't forget a shared directory (tree) to transfer files between Windows & Linux, plus sharing the clipboard. Feb 6, 2019 at 7:26
  • This might almost be a viable alternative to both dual boot and a VM - the Windows Linux Subsystem can run X, which means Linux programs with GUIs, running straight from DOS. Feb 6, 2019 at 15:20
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    I haven't tried that Linux Subsystem Mawg, so can't speak to it. But I do run docker containers on Windows without trouble, docker toolbox in win7 even
    – user32138
    Feb 6, 2019 at 20:04
  • So, to be clear, you are running a Docker Linux (which is "like a mini-VM") on Windows? Maybe you could post more info as an answer? I am sure that it would help others? With over 100k containers at hub.docker.com there should be something for everyone Feb 7, 2019 at 10:42

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