I'm not very tech-savvy, but I'm looking to switch my laptop to Linux Mint from Windows 10. Are there any specific settings I need to adjust before starting the installation? For instance, do I need to change any BIOS settings? Also, I have an unused 64GB SATA SSD; how should I prepare it for the installation, if it's suitable? I'm also on the lookout for simple and clear video instructions on installing Linux Mint.
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You really only need a USB drive for installing Linux Mint. Head over to the Mint website, download the ISO, and using something like Rufus, create a bootable USB. In most cases, I haven’t had to dig into the BIOS at all, just select the USB as the boot device when prompted. Plus, installing Mint has been much easier than Windows for me! Just remember, when you finish the installation, your computer will give you a boot menu where you can choose between Linux and Windows, with Linux as the default.
Honestly, you might not need to change much at all in the BIOS. Just make sure your boot order includes the USB drive. If you're dual booting and need Windows alongside Linux, you can allocate space for Linux during the install process, which is pretty user-friendly. Just a heads up, 64GB is on the smaller side and might fill up quickly depending on your usage.
Videos can be hit or miss for Linux installs because they often go out of date quickly. It's usually better to stick with the latest official documentation. If you do need to change BIOS settings, make sure to select the right boot device and consider disabling Secure Boot, unless you’re dual booting with a specific need for it. But honestly, in many cases, you can skip that step.
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