I've got a setup where I have Linux installed on a second hard drive, but every time I boot into Windows after using Linux, I end up facing issues like chkdsk or startup repair. It seems like there's some conflict between Linux and the NTFS partitions on my drives. I'm not sure if it's that Linux doesn't like NTFS or if it's Windows that has a problem with ext4. Is there something I can do to fix this? Would reinstalling Windows with exFAT partitions resolve my issues, or should I consider changing the partitions on the Linux side?
3 Answers
It sounds like you've got Fast Boot enabled in Windows. This can cause it to boot really quickly and not shut down properly, which might lead to issues with the EXT4 partitions. Try disabling Fast Boot and Secure Boot, and make sure Windows is fully shut down instead of in a sleep state. Linux should handle NTFS without any problems, and if you want to share data, consider using exFAT for that partition. It can be a good middle ground for sharing files between both OSs.
Generally, using NTFS with Linux works well for most users, so I don't think switching to exFAT for Windows is the way to go. Instead of messing with your Windows installation, it might help to avoid accessing the Windows partitions from Linux. If you really need to share files, setting up a dedicated partition for data storage using either NTFS or exFAT sounds like a safer route.
You might want to consider keeping your Windows and Linux installations on separate drives if you can. That way, you can manage them more easily. If they're on the same drive, it's best to install Linux first, allowing enough space for Windows. After that, edit the `/etc/fstab` settings for the EFI partition to avoid potential boot issues. Oh, and try not to let Linux automatically mount your Windows partitions to prevent conflicts!
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