What is UNetbootin?
UNetbootin is a software that allows you to create bootable live USB drives or hard disk partitions for various Linux distributions. You can either download a Linux ISO file of your choice, or select one from the list of supported distributions in UNetbootin. UNetbootin will then copy the necessary files to your USB drive or hard disk partition and make it bootable. You can then restart your PC and boot into Linux from the USB drive or hard disk partition.
How to use UNetbootin to install Linux on Windows PC?
To install Linux on a Windows PC using UNetbootin, you will need the following:
A Windows PC with enough free space on the hard drive (at least 4 GB).
A Linux ISO file of your preferred distribution (you can download one from [here]).
UNetbootin software (you can download it from [here]).
Once you have these ready, follow these steps:
Run UNetbootin as administrator.
From the drop-down menu under Type, select Hard Disk.
Next, select the Diskimage option and browse to the directory where you downloaded the Linux ISO file.
Press OK and wait for UNetbootin to copy the files to your hard disk partition.
When it is done, restart your PC and select UNetbootin from the boot menu.
You will see a screen with the option to Try or Install Linux. Choose Install if you want to install Linux permanently on your PC, or Try if you want to test it without making any changes.
Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation process.
Tips and warnings
Before installing Linux, make sure you backup your important data from Windows in case something goes wrong.
If you want to dual-boot Windows and Linux, make sure you have enough free space on your hard drive and create a separate partition for Linux. You can use a tool like [EaseUS Partition Master] to resize and manage your partitions.
If you want to remove Linux and restore Windows, you will need to delete the Linux partition and fix the Windows bootloader. You can use a tool like [EasyBCD] to edit the bootloader settings.
If you encounter any problems with UNetbootin or Linux installation, you can check the [UNetbootin FAQ] or the [Linux forums] for help.
Conclusion
Installing Linux on a Windows PC without a CD or USB drive is possible with UNetbootin. This tool can create a bootable Linux partition on your hard drive and let you install or try Linux easily. However, you should be careful when installing Linux and backup your data beforehand. You should also be familiar with how to manage partitions and bootloaders in case you want to dual-boot or remove Linux later. We hope this article was helpful and informative for you. If you have any questions or feedback, please leave a comment below.
a104e7fe7e