Telegraph.co.uk: Bootcamp 448: Installing Linux Part 3

“It is time to do the deed and install Linux Mandriva on your
Windows XP computer in ‘dual-boot’ mode. Once again I must stress
that you should only attempt this after you have backed up all
essential data and accept that there is a small risk that you could
end up loosing your XP system. See also this week’s Top Tip for
some basic troubleshooting advice.

“Switch on the PC pop in your copy of Mandriva (ideally the Free
2007 version on DVD), the computer should boot from the disc and
the opening screen appears with a number of options. Use the cursor
up/down keys to select Installation and press Return…”

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