I'm thinking about installing Linux Mint on my SSD, which currently has Windows installed. Is it possible to create a new partition just for Linux and keep my personal files safe? I'd love to hear about the process or any tips to ensure everything goes smoothly!
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Yes, you can! The best approach is to use Windows Disk Manager to shrink your existing Windows partition. This creates unallocated space that you can format to ext4 when you boot from a Linux live USB. Once you've done this, you can install Linux Mint on the new partition. You'll also have the option to transfer files from Windows to your Linux setup using a USB drive or directly accessing the Windows partition from Linux.
Sounds good! But how do I actually copy my files over once Linux is installed?