Ubuntu is most popular overall, offering easy installation and essential tools. Linux Mint provides Windows-like interface with Cinnamon, Xfce, and MATE. Zorin OS offers Windows-like interface with Lite and Education editions. Elementary OS features macOS-inspired Pantheon desktop environment. Pop!_OS provides improved experience with automatic window tiling
Boot from Ubuntu live installation media to shrink existing partition. Install Gparted to create Windows partition with minimum 20GB (Windows 10) or 64GB (Windows 11)
Nvidia regularly releases updated drivers every few weeks. Users must select correct product type, series, model, and operating system. Download and install drivers through Nvidia website. System restore point is created during installation
Dual boot setup allows using Ubuntu and Windows 10 on PCs. GRUB is Ubuntu's bootloader managing installed operating systems. Windows 10's default settings aren't optimal for dual boot
Minimum 25GB storage space required on PC or laptop. 12GB+ flash drive recommended for installation. Ubuntu certified hardware recommended for compatibility. Data backup recommended before installation
Linux Lite 7.2 64bit released on November 1st, 2024. Size is 2.8GB for DVD or USB. Based on Ubuntu 24.04.1 LTS. Includes A.I. support and Lite Updates written in Yad