I'm seriously thinking about switching to Linux, and I've been advised to give it a try using a USB drive before removing Windows completely. I've seen some tutorials, but I'm a bit confused. If I use a USB drive to test Linux Mint in a live boot mode, will I be able to use the same USB drive later to install it on my laptop? This is my first time doing this, and I've bought a USB specifically for this purpose. I've heard mixed opinions about whether it would work well with my Inspiron 3505.
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Just a heads up, while you can do live and install with the same USB, some users recommend having a separate USB for the installation. This could help manage speed and performance.
Actually, I’ve found that some distributions don't allow you to install from the same USB you use to live boot. So it might be safer to have a dedicated USB for the installation process. If you can, consider using an external SSD for better speeds.
Yes, most Linux distributions, including Mint, support the option to run live sessions and install from the same USB drive. So go ahead and use it for both purposes!
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