I recently bought a thumb drive to install Linux because my laptop doesn't allow for another SSD to set up dual booting. I'm curious if I can install Linux directly onto this USB drive and then run it whenever it's plugged in, while still being able to access my Windows setup. Also, if I'm using Linux, will Windows still be able to collect my telemetry data? I appreciate any insights!
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Yes, you can technically run Linux from a USB drive, but it's generally better to use a real SSD instead of a flash drive. Flash drives aren't really built for the wear and tear of constant use, so they can wear out faster. An SSD will provide much better speed and reliability. And no, if you're running Linux, Windows won't be able to collect telemetry data.
Great point! It's definitely possible, but I wouldn't recommend a standard install on a flash drive for beginners. A better route might be to use a microSD card or a live USB with persistence. Just make sure to have a plan for backing things up!