Hey everyone! I'm planning to make the switch from Windows to Linux and I have a quick question. Currently, I have Windows installed on a 256 GB SSD. I also have a 1 TB HDD formatted as NTFS where I keep all my files like movies and documents. I want to completely remove Windows and install Linux on the SSD, but I'm concerned about my data on the HDD. Can I keep my files on the HDD without formatting it? Also, will Linux be able to read and write on the NTFS partition without any issues?
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Yes, you can totally keep your data on the HDD without formatting it. Linux has good support for NTFS, so you should be able to read and write files just fine. Just make sure to check your setup during installation to avoid any formatting mishaps!
Just a heads up, before you wipe Windows, make sure to disable Fast Startup in Windows settings and do a complete shutdown. Otherwise, Linux might only have read-only access to the NTFS partition since Windows leaves its filesystem in a locked state.
It's pretty straightforward to access NTFS drives on Linux. Just be careful during the installation process. If you're super concerned, you could disconnect the HDD while installing Linux to eliminate any risk of accidental formatting.
You'll be fine using your 1 TB HDD. Just remember that some games or specific software might not work perfectly if they're installed on an NTFS drive. But for regular files, you're all good!
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