On Microsoft's official support page, the Windows company now explains how users can install Linux for free.

Giving Windows and Ubuntu enough space for a basic dual boot install. Then we will follow a typical Ubuntu installation. 1. Insert the USB drive into your computer and boot from it.

One of the most popular methods for installing a Linux operating system is through a virtual machine. Virtual installations give users the freedom to run Linux on their computer’s existing OS. Linux ...

The reality is more complicated, however. A little further in the post, we’ll describe how to install WSL and get Linux running on your Windows PC, plus provide links to some helpful resources.

Why switch to Linux? More security, more privacy, and freedom from vendor lock-in. And these distributions are as simple to install and use as MacOS or Windows.

SabrinaSouza asked the Answer Line forum how to install Linux onto a PC without losing Windows.

If you are unable to boot into Windows after installing Linux Mint or any other distro on your computer, try updating GRUB, using Boot Repair, and adjusting UEFI settings.

Installing Linux Mint on an XP PC is something any Windows power user can do.