About this tag
The double boot tag covers discussions about running multiple operating systems on a single computer, such as Windows alongside Linux or running Windows from a USB drive as an alternative to dual-booting. Topics include setting up dual-boot configurations, troubleshooting installation issues like missing or corrupt files, and recovering from system failures that affect the boot process. Users share experiences with Windows Vista, Windows 8, and openSuse, seeking help with reinstallation and boot management.
  1. whs

    Windows 8 Run Windows 8 from a USB stick or USB attached disk

    I have uploaded a tutorial to Skydrive on how you can install and run Windows 8 using a stick or a USB attached disk. This is a good alternative to double booting or a setup in a virtual partition. The document is a PDF that you can read in your browser (just click on it) if you have a PDF...
    • whs
    • Tutorial
    • browser double boot download installation pdf skydrive tutorial usb virtual partition windows 8
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Windows Tutorials
  2. S

    Windows Vista Can not reinstall Vista

    While working in Vista I experienced a recent system failure and I do not know if it was caused by a virus. I had AVG Free Edition installed and it was up to date. I decided to perform a clean reinstall using the Vista DVD Installer, but at a certain point a message appears onscreen...
    • sfzab
    • Thread
    • avg clean install corrupted files double boot hard drive opensuse reinstall system crash virus windows vista
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Upgrade and Installation