I’m considering installing Linux on my laptop but I’m unsure if I should start with a virtual machine first. My main use cases are gaming and coding, so I want to make sure it’s the right fit.

What are the pros and cons of using Linux for someone like me? Would starting with VirtualBox be a good idea before going all in?

  • NKBTN@feddit.uk
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    11 hours ago

    When you install to a secondary, does BIOS automatically give you the choice of which OS to load, or do you need to change boot order each time?

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      11 hours ago

      You don’t have to change the bios, but when you boot up, you’ll get a boot loader screen that allows you to choose which OS you want.

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        10 hours ago

        Good good. Last time I tried installing a few years ago, it would only give that choice if I installed to the primary