linux cd

About this tag
The linux cd tag covers discussions about using a Linux live CD to troubleshoot and recover data from a Windows system. Topics include booting from a Linux CD to access files on a crashed hard drive, copying user data such as emails and contacts, and installing a Linux bootloader from within Windows to enable multi-boot configurations. The tag reflects practical scenarios where a Linux CD serves as a recovery tool for Windows users facing boot failures or data loss.
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    Can we install a linux bootloader from wtihin windows?

    Hi, I want to install a linux boot loader that will enable me to boot multiple partitions including windows or linux types, is there a program that will run in windows 10 that can do this? Having issues doing it from the linux cd, thanks in advance.
    • anotherwindowsuser
    • Thread
    • bootloader installation linux linux cd multi-boot partition software windows 10
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Linux Forums
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    Windows 7 Import Mail from crashed drive

    Hi, The Hard drive recently died on my laptop and would not boot. I was able to copy some of the data off it by booting from a Linux CD before sending it back to the manufacturer. I now have a new drive and Windows 7 installed. Is there a way to import my mail account details and address...
    • nexel
    • Thread
    • address book backup backup issues contacts data data recovery drive issues email accounts email configuration email import file transfer hard drive linux cd personal data system restore tech support troubleshooting user files windows 7
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support