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[Off-topic] replica9000:
For me every build is different, depending on where fans are placed, how the heatsink is attached to the board, amount of room in the case, etc..
[Off-topic] bbrad:
Don't you dare say Ubuntu looks like mac
[Off-topic] Strike_Riku:
Not bothered whether I have to get it used of eBay or something, but does anyone know of a Win8 Tablet/Laptop with a 1080p display (or better then 1366*768) and at least 2gigs of RAM. Display size should be under 15" and above 8". I would like it under £275/$425 if possible. Thanks.

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[Off-topic] nikufellow:
Well i do agree on all other things you've said except the similarity between Ubuntu and mac - couldn't really figure out how you reached at that conclusion no matter how hard I think :rolleyes: BTW i have a somewhat similar system configuration as yours sans the graphic card and surprisingly windows 8 runs fluidly on mine though Ubuntu has gotten a bit resource hungry off late (or it seems so because of my vintage setup) it still works as its supposed to be anyhow other light weight distros are also worth a try IMO
[Off-topic] PVL_93_RU:
Um, isn't there a MacOS UI for Ubuntu available? (I think it's called Gnome)
[Off-topic] bbrad:
Gnome noooooo!!!! LOL that isn't anything even remotely like Mac lol. Ubuntu is nothing like Mac. Yes there is themes to make it look like Mac but that isn't part of Ubuntu. Ubuntu is unity look it up I actually like it.
[Off-topic] PVL_93_RU:
So how to make Linux look like MOS then? I'm pretty sure there is such a GUI for it
[Off-topic] sparx180:
Use Pear Linux. Its a version of Linux dedicated to looking like OS X
[Off-topic] PVL_93_RU:
Is it better than other Linux distros? Or are they all same except for couple differences in terms of UI?
[Off-topic] bbrad:
Ubuntu is the most stable. Linux distros is not the same this isn't apple Linux actually puts something new in every version lol.
[Off-topic] Gogeta:
What do you guys think about AMD A10 processor? Good or bad? Details? Pros & cons? :o

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[Off-topic] matgras:
+1

If your pc is really slow or you want a more windows-like shell you can use linux mint mate which is the second most stable distro
[Off-topic] sparx180:
I don't believe you could say there is a 'best' distro, there is a Linux distro for just about any purpose you can imagine using a computer for. The big boys are Ubuntu, Fedora, Debian, OpenSUSE etc. which are the most professionally made distros. Then most others are based off of these, some are quite well organised and are built to rival these distros, some could be built by a small group to do one specific thing. Its horses for courses really.

Pear Linux is based off Ubuntu I think, then themed to look like Mac OS X. In this instance that's probably the best for that purpose but because its been modified and themed and not had 100's of people working on it like the big distros, don't expect perfection.

Sorry if you already knew all this, it was just a very general question :)
[Off-topic] PuffMaN:
Say what you want, They are both based on unix. Period. :p

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[Off-topic] Gogeta:
Y U Ignore me? :crying: :(

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[Off-topic] LoopDoGG79:
Because u butted into the middle of the conversation. Wait till its done, then ask your question.
[Off-topic] Seraz007:
#Ignore
[Off-topic] PVL_93_RU:
Ah, so I guess it's pretty much like with Android - there is an original (Stock / Linux) and Customs (ROMs / Distros), right?

If that logic is true, then I guess that the "big boys" of Linux (ones you named) are like "big boys" of Android (CM, PA, AOKP)

Which also leads me to think that there are hybrid distributives that combine several distros into one
[Off-topic] Gogeta:
Ok :)

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[Off-topic] replica9000:
A lot of people might argue that. Some might say Slackware or Gentoo or Debian are more stable. Either way, any other OS has got to be more stable than Windows. On Unix/Linux machines, if your printer drivers crash, it doesn't bring down the whole system.
[Off-topic] sparx180:
Yeah that pretty much sums it up :) Except there is no original Linux distro, Linux is the kernel. And yes, some combine features and UI components of other distros, some make their own. If you are going to delve into linux easiest thing is to settle for one of the main distros that does most general tasks. But like android, trying new features and different UI's is always fun if you have the time. And like android, different people swear by different distros just because it suits their needs, wants or taste.
[Off-topic] veeman:
Ubuntu looks like Mac. Both have similar UI.

It's a Linux distro called PearOS. But I personally prefer ElementaryOS, which also looks like OSX.

Either through a distro mentioned above or through themes.

I'd say Debian is more stable than Ubuntu.

There's no real stock Linux. But many smaller distros are based on larger distros in a similar way that CyanogenMod is based on AOSP.

[MENTION=1707123]M_T_M[/MENTION]
[Off-topic] PVL_93_RU:
Wait, so there is no THE ORIGINAL Linux? How did people built OS out of s single kernel?

Also, is there a vast variety of various kernels like on Android?
[Off-topic] replica9000:
Basically Linux is only a kernel, and nothing more. Other tools in addition to Linux make it an OS. What tools are included and the default behavior of those tools is what the distributions are all about.
[Off-topic] PVL_93_RU:
Wow, it must be such a difficult process to make a whole operating system out of a kernel
[Off-topic] sparx180:
You don't make it out of the kernel, you make it to work with the kernel. That's why most Linux distros work exactly the same to a certain extent.
[Off-topic] veeman:
Android as well as other Linux distributions use the Linux kernel.

http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Linux

[MENTION=1707123]M_T_M[/MENTION]

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Software -> Kernel -> Hardware

The kernel essentially translates software "directions/commands" into data processing instructions for the hardware.

[MENTION=1707123]M_T_M[/MENTION]
[Off-topic] domboy:
Aside from what other have already posted, there are also several package management systems that differentiate them. Debian and Debian-based distros like Ubuntu use one type (apt/dpkg), then there is the rpm system from Redhat (I think that's where it came from) that others like openSuse also use. There are probably more, but those are the two I use.

I'd say you'd be right, at least if you're referring to Debian stable. It is my understanding that Ubuntu is sourced from Debian unstable, which is the development snapshot for Debian that gets the most up-to-date packages at the risk of introducing instability.
[Off-topic] cmason37:
I THINK there was an original barebones GNU/Linux in the 90's but I may be wrong.

No. There are distro kernels and the mainline Linux kernel. Distro kernels are just slightly modified versions of the mainline kernel. But their usually old versions, so I upgrade my kernel everytime a new one comes out.
[Off-topic] LoopDoGG79:
Did Linux come from Unix?
[Off-topic] 063_XOBX:
It's a Unix clone.

Linux is just the kernel that you can add to to make a complete OS while Unix(-like operating systems are) is distributed complete and for a fee.

TL;DR: Unix: Proprietary, Linux: Open Source
[Off-topic] gunz.jones:
Unix is basically a core like DOS was for Windows, from my understanding at least.
[Off-topic] henslo:
Seen a new distro today. Rebecca Black Linux. Thought it was a joke at first, but it's real. Why???

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[Off-topic] henslo:
She needs to sit beside the burning house girl or pedobear

Especially for making such a horrible OS. Against my better judgement I tried it :banghead:

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[Off-topic] ABD EL HAMEED:
Since I can't find any 7970 in my country I'll go with a GTX 760 instead really wanted that 7970 but oh well
[Off-topic] LoopDoGG79:
The problem is, it only works well on Friday, Friday, Friday.
[Off-topic] henslo:
Oooh makes sense now Lol.

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[Off-topic] roofrider:
Dahell!!

Google Chrome's menus are definitely more slimmer than normal now. It's bloody awkward.
[Off-topic] Prawesome:
I actually like the new one

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Then theres yum from Fedora.

You are right about Ubuntu based on Debian BTW. Then there's Linux Mint, based on Ubuntu, which I prefer, really user friendly IMHO, and it seems as though its the most trending distro right now
[Off-topic] roofrider:
The new one as in the pic? I got used to that as well. But for some reason, today it is narrower than the normal design.

Or maybe it's just me.
[Off-topic] Prawesome:
Today's pic does look awful.. Did you update it or something?
[Off-topic] roofrider:
Using the latest version, think it's auto updates itself.
[Off-topic] ABD EL HAMEED:
I just bought the parts and here's the final setup

I5 3570k

GTX 760

8GB ram GIGABYTE D3H

Samsung 23" full HD monitor
[Off-topic] baran0119:
Intel P4-560 3.6 GHz NOC

MOBO Fujitsu Siemens

2x1 GB RAM DDR2 400MHz

Cooler Master 460W

VTX-3D HD4850 [MENTION=374871]625[/MENTION] MHz 1024 MB GDDR5

Samsung 21.5" B2230HD
[Off-topic] domboy:
I guess that's a good point, even rpm-based systems use different package management software. I assume other distros based on Redhat or Fedora may also use yum, but openSuse/SLES use yast/zypper to manage software.

I've only used Mint LiveCDs but it looks pretty nice. So many choices!!
[Off-topic] domboy:
Just curious, how would you compare your A10 system's performance to an original AMD Phenom X3 system?? Would it be any improvement??
[Off-topic] PuffMaN:
Yes, and showing off with an outdated computer.. fujitsu board? Not even an own build...

So please, pretty please, with sugar on top.. get a new system, and come show it off when you posted 10 usefull posts!

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[Off-topic] baran0119:
however no :)

I have some free time ;p
[Off-topic] bbrad:
Yes it would be.
[Off-topic] henslo:
Question: Trying to install PcLinux, have partitioned. And keep getting

An error occurred

Not enough space 10gb available when 11gb are needed.

Have 12gb in sda1 3.9gb in swap, 216gb in /home

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[Off-topic] domboy:
Awesome. I may look into an A10-based system to replace an aging Phenom system, but I'm also interested in a lower power footprint while still ending up with something faster. I appreciate the feedback.
[Off-topic] bassie1995:
Still the same... Do it right.

And don't be an arrogant ass? :(
[Off-topic] Prawesome:
Mint still uses apt. I like to see mint more as a growing distro which tries to make things user friendly while maintaining a connection with its base distro

I am not a distro expert but I think I can safely say that its the choices available to us that made us love Linux and I think the same can be said for Android :)
[Off-topic] Gogeta:
Buying this laptop

:):) is it good?

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[Off-topic] bbrad:
What are you going to be using it for?

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I5 will smoke it (in cpu but will fail hard in GPU) but the i3 nah there way lower end then any quad core besides a old athlon or phenom lol because most programs now will use all the cores
[Off-topic] ABD EL HAMEED:
Just finished my PC assembly but I'm busy now so I'll install windows 64bit first thing in the morning :thumbup:
[Off-topic] sparx180:
That's not entirely true, an i3 3220 will hold its own with an a10 at stock speeds, obviously would be a lot worse on the graphics side. But the a10 has a lot more potential because you can overclock, and if you have the cooling to do that, then the a10 will outperform it.

Seeing as he mentioned energy though, an overclocked a10 will not be kind on that front.
[Off-topic] Gogeta:
Gaming & developement...

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[Off-topic] bbrad:
It can game at all low settings probably and would be fine for devoloment.
[Off-topic] Gogeta:
Acoording to user reviews its good for gaming....

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[Off-topic] bbrad:
According to reviews my moms Pentium 4 has enough graphics power to play bf3 on medium lol.
[Off-topic] Gogeta:
WTF :eek:

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[Off-topic] Hidden Username:
You can play it on ultra at 320X240 and destroy your eyes
[Off-topic] Gogeta:
What is the difference between ATI radeon HD 7670M & AMD mobility radeon HD 7670M (both 1 GB):confused::confused::confused:

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Which one is better?

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[Off-topic] bbrad:
There both the same just worded different.
[Off-topic] mrmako777:
thinking of pulling the trigger on the lenovo y500. i am admittedly a n00b when it comes to laptops, so experts chime in as this will be my first :) i mainly need this for school, but i intend on playing some games as well. right now on lenovo's website this model (IdeaPad Y500 Laptop - 59371960) is on sale for students for $779. here are the specs:

• 3rd Generation Intel Core i7-3630QM Processor (2.40GHz 1600MHz 6MB)

• Windows 8 64

• NVIDIA GeForce GT750M GDDR5 2GB

• 8.0GB PC3-12800 DDR3 SDRAM 1600 MHz

• 15.6" HD LED Glossy Wedge 1366x768

• 1TB 5400 RPM

• DVD Recordable (Dual Layer)

• 6 Cell Lithium-Ion

• Intel Centrino Wireless N-2230

• Bluetooth Version 4.0

• One year

• Notebook

• Integrated HD Camera

• HDMI (Out)

Ports

2 USB 3.0, 1 USB 2.0, 6-in-1 SDXC card reader , HDMI, VGA, stereo headphone jack & mic jack, RJ-45

Microphone

Integrated dual digital array

Speakers

Integrated JBL® stereo speakers (2x2W) with Dolby® Home Theater® V4

specs look great to me, but is this a good deal price wise? am i missing another potential winner around this price? thanks!
[Off-topic] bbrad:
Seems like a great deal to me
[Off-topic] domini99:
Why do all bigger-screen laptop have such a blurry sucky screen resolution! Damn! My 14.1" has 1440x900!

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[Off-topic] :
I'd say it's very good. If you get bigger into gaming after, I'd say upgrade the CPU. Or if you want to increase speed after a while, SSD.

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[Off-topic] 063_XOBX:
Because they're 16:9 aspect ration while your laptop is 16:10. Guess which is the standard.
[Off-topic] boborone:
Yep. My 17.3" is 1600*900
[Off-topic] veeman:
My 50" is 432x240
[Off-topic] bbrad:
Bull
[Off-topic] veeman:
Where?
[Off-topic] civikakias:
My desktop Watercooled. :silly:

Amd fx-6100 3.3ghz 6 cores

8gb ram 1600

gigabyte 970a-ud3

nvidia 8800gts

ssd vertex 4 128gb

hdd 500gb 7200

corsair PSU 500w
[Off-topic] bbrad:
There!
[Off-topic] Hazardous Pain:
Here are the specs for my PC that I built myself (it's getting a bit old by now but still quite effective):

• Case: Aerocool PGS V with 2x 12cm fans on top, 1x 8cm fan in the back, 1x 20cm fan on the side and 1x 12cm fan in the front

• MB: MSI G31M

• CPU: Quad Core Q6600 @2.4Ghz

• CPU Cooler: Zalman CNPS 9900 NT

• Power Supply: Modular OCZ X-Stream 700W

• GPU: Twintech 9800GT 1 GB

• RAM: 4 GB Samsung DDR2 667Mhz

• HDDs:

Western Digital SE16 500GB

Western Digital Caviar Blue 500GB

Western Digital Caviar Green 750 GB

• OS: Windows 7 SP1 X64

• Display: Cibox 22" 1680x1050

• Sound: 5.1 Microlux surround system

• Gamepad: Logitech Driving Force GT
[Off-topic] Hidden Username:
Super deal, I say get it although there are a few caveats.

This should be able to game anything within medium to low settings in the next 2 years.

The WiFi card is.....well Intel crap. I am using one atm 1 storey and 20 feet above and I get a BS connection.

The CPU is notorious to overheat at times, so I would check on that.

The screen...man, my tablet has the same resolution as that but it's a 10.1 inch. But should not be too bad.

The GPU(s). If it has NVIDIA Optimus, meaning dual video cards(1X CPU, 1X Physical GPU chip) I would stay 300 meters away from it. I am a victim of this myself and I am unable to use my GT540M when using Sony Vegas.

Overall, great deal, I say get it.
[Off-topic] Gogeta:
Thanks.:):):) I was so confused about them :silly:

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[Off-topic] domini99:
How do i stop my avast being asshole :sly:

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[Off-topic] bbrad:
Uninstall it
[Off-topic] boborone:
Uninstall and use avira and comodo instead.
[Off-topic] matgras:
Don't use anti-virus but common sense.
[Off-topic] NatsuPower:
Desktop:

CPU:AMD Phenom 2 x4 955 BE

GPU:ATI Radeon 4870

Motherboard:ASUS M4A78T-E

HDD:32 GB OCZ Onyx,2x 2 TB Seagate,1 TB Samsung

OS:Kubuntu 12.04,openSUSE 12.3,Chakra Linux and Windows 7

Notebook:HP pavililon DV6

CPU/APU:AMD A6 3410 MX

GPU/APU:AMD Radeon 6755 G2/AMD Radeon 6520g

HDD:500 GB Seagate

OS:openSUSE 12.3,Chakra Linux and Windows 7

Phone:Samsung Galaxy S+ with CM10.1 from ADC Team
[Off-topic] Prawesome:
What's wrong with an i7? He said "some gaming" not extreme gaming. And even for extreme gaming, that processor will be good for quite some time.

I have the same processor and has been playing AC revelations, AC3 and stuff and it does quite well
[Off-topic] TheMuffStuff:
Damn, Not bad.
[Off-topic] wlmeng11:
What ssd do you have?

(And I bet you did a lot of optimizing/debloating, considering how much startup crap Windows has.)

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[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
It's a Samsung 830 Series 512GB... Even Asus has it's crap on there... I went with a fresh install and installed only the drivers, and the GFX programs... and stuff for the FN keys to work... Kept it as minimal as possible...
[Off-topic] Allanitomwesh:
Nope, actually making something and not taking the whole day is worth the xeon. What takes a 12 core dual xeon configuration 2 minutes takes an i3 25. THEN YOU HAVE THE REST OF THE 2 MINUTE CLIP TO MAKE!
[Off-topic] runtohell121:
I haven't counted how fast my MBP w/ SSD start up.. decent though... BIOS is what takes the longest for boot up usually once you have a SSD in your machine.
[Off-topic] TheSkinnyDrummer:
Great point. I can drink a beer in that 6 second window. Time is freaking precious.
[Off-topic] wlmeng11:
Lol yeah I can back that statement.

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[Off-topic] Dirk:
Of all the dumb luck...

Woke up this morning, left-clicked mouse to wake PC from sleep as usual and... nothing. Nada. Zip! Tried On/Off and Reset buttons on case and still nothing. Unplugged/plugged power cable, tried again and still nothing. Took side off case and can see Green glowing power LED when switched on, suggesting that the Mobo is getting power OK.

Build is only a few months old and has worked perfectly until today. No changes have been made recently.

Things to try when i get home:

1) Bridge the Front Panel Header Power On pins with a screwdriver to rule out the Lian-Li case On/Off button.

2)Clear CMOS.

3)??

4)??

I've contacted the etailer that sold the parts and am kinda curious as to the approach they will take with this. Without knowing what part is faulty, (Case/PSU/Mobo?), how will i know what to send back for an RMA? I've asked them if i should send in the whole PC as it seems the only logical thing to do, but i have no idea if they'd go for that.

Unfortunately i have no access to spare components so swapping parts out to test them is a no go. The only other alternatives are to bring it to work where our I.T guy might be able to help or to take it to PC World to see if they can find where the fault lies. I really don't want the Purple shirted idiots touching my pride and joy if i can help it though!

Dirk is very sad today. :crying:
[Off-topic] scoffyburito:
I fixed my build by going the long way by disassembling it and putting it together piece by piece, booting it each time. I found my graphics card had bit the dust :D That could be your number 3!
[Off-topic] Dirk:
I'm almost certain i'll have to do the same thing. If what i listed before doesn't help, i'll try booting with only the CPU and one DIMM socket populated and go from there.
[Off-topic] neo2306:
Windows 7 Ultimate 64bit

4GB DDR3 RAM

250GB SATA Hard drive

nVIDIA GeForce 9500 GT (1GB)

Intel Pentium Dual CPU E2180 @ 2.00 GHz

Can i dual boot win 7 and mac os ??

if yes then please help !!

thanx in advance.
[Off-topic] wlmeng11:
Maybe, but it will probably run like crap.

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[Off-topic] runtohell121:
It might, but not sure if your motherboard is compatible or not and is it really worth the trouble installing it? I've done that with a Dell Mini Inspiron 10 or something and it was crap. Look up OSX 86

edit: Here's the hardware compatibility list: http://wiki.osx86project.org/wiki/index.php/HCL_10.8_Seeds Well.. for OS X 10.8
[Off-topic] gilbydakid:
Quick question I have for anyone who can help.

So I am planning on upgrading some stuff on my pc. New mobo, cpu, and adding a graphics card.

My question is. If I hook up all the new stuff will I be able to just plug everything back and turn it on and boot right into windows? Or will I have to format and re-install?

I ask this because there are a few things that I don't want to lose and will transfer said things to a external hd if need be.

Thanks for all any help in advance.

after my upgrade I'll be running.

i5 3750k - 3.4ghz

gigabyte radeon HD 7750

8gb ram

wd 500gb hdd
[Off-topic] AtoZ0to9:
If that's all you're changing you don't need to format just make sure you uninstall the old drivers as much as you can and install the new ones...
[Off-topic] runtohell121:
Just transfer/clone the hard drive if the hard drive is considered as an upgrade. Uninstall all the previous drivers and install the new ones.
[Off-topic] gilbydakid:
I'll be uping my mobo from an mATX b75 to a ATX z77. I shouldn't have to worry about drivers with a new mobo should I?

If so I'll make sure to do so.
[Off-topic] runtohell121:
You will still need to worry about drivers. All the drivers information is stored into the hard drive that you're using but upgrading internal parts of the computer. So basically, just remove all the old drivers and install the new ones or just let Windows do the work for installing. But removing, main thing I would remove is the chipset and graphics driver that was once installed before swapping out parts.
[Off-topic] jaszek:
Whenever I do a major upgrade I always reinstall just to have a fresh system with the new gear.
[Off-topic] gilbydakid:
I'm probably going to just go that route. Just transfer what I want to save and reformat just so I know there won't be any hiccups.
[Off-topic] 063_XOBX:
So my PC arrived today, I excitedly assembled it and now I'm already having a problem with it. Everything seems to be working (fans spin, leds on, drive spins) but it's not outputting onto my tv through hdmi for me to even go into bios and install an OS. I don't have a monitor but if absolutely necessary I'll track one down to use.

Parts list

All cables are connected except a couple extra MOLEX from my PSU.
[Off-topic] ABD EL HAMEED:
So I installed Ubuntu on my new PC a few hours ago only problem is I always boot to windows 7 so how can I boot into Ubuntu

I also want to make a hakintosh out of my machine

CPU:i5 3570k

GPU: GTX 760

Mobo:Gigabyte z77 D3H
[Off-topic] PVL_93_RU:
Gonna install Ubuntu today, let's see how it goes on my laptop (I will place it on a separate disc partition)
[Off-topic] ABD EL HAMEED:
Just tell how will you boot into it after installing
[Off-topic] PVL_93_RU:
EasyBCD
[Off-topic] bbrad:
You didn't install it right if its not letting you choose what to boot into to.
[Off-topic] veeman:
With a custom bootloader. Ubuntu should automatically install GRUB 2.
[Off-topic] ABD EL HAMEED:
What's that?

It told me installation was successful

Again what's that?
[Off-topic] replica9000:
The bootloader allows you to select the OS you want to run when you turn on the PC.
[Off-topic] bbrad:
He should have done more research.