How Can I Set Up Multiple SSDs for Dual Booting Linux and Windows?
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GamerDude42
I'm transitioning to Linux for gaming, but some games' anti-cheat systems will force me to set up a dual boot. I have four SSDs in total and plan to dedicate two for Linux and two for Windows. How do I manage this setup? Additionally, when I create a game storage folder for Steam, do I choose the SSD similarly to how I do in Windows?
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In Windows, each SSD gets a drive letter, but in Linux, you work with drive IDs and mount points instead. This means you'll need to set up your `/etc/fstab` to define where each drive mounts in your filesystem. It's best to keep your Linux and Windows drives separate to avoid conflicts, especially with Windows trying to 'fix' partitions that could mess with your Linux installation. You can boot from one drive and switch between Linux and Windows using a bootloader.
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LinuxExplorer99: So, if I want one SSD for Linux and another for storing games, is it basically the same process as on Windows? Like, do I just set up a different folder in Linux when installing games?