How to run Ubuntu while window is running?
February 17, 2012 – 4:24 pmI installed Ubuntu last night, and I am trying to run it. Are there a way to run it while i am using window? (like switching between window and linux) or I have to reboot the computer each time I want to switch over?
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5 Responses to “How to run Ubuntu while window is running?”
You could use a program like MobaLiveCD to run the .iso from within Windows. No need to restart the system or even burn a disc.
http://mobalivecd.mobatek.net/en/
By Nathan on Feb 17, 2012
You could install a virtual machine in Windows, and then you could install Ubuntu to the virtual machine. Virtualbox is one which will do it.
Otherwise, to run a different system you will need to boot out and boot back in.
By Guru Hank on Feb 17, 2012
If you installed is as a dual-boot, (via the live CD, or WUBI) you have to restart your computer to switch between the two.
Alternatively, if you installed it as a virtual system, (via virtualbox, or another similar program) you could easily open ubuntu within a window, inside of your primary OS.
By Tharbakim on Feb 17, 2012
Yes off course I use this all the time for testing purposes…..
Download vm player – virtual machine …..install your ubuntu copy and you can swap between windows OS and ubuntu like swapping tabs in browsers…..
Google for virtual machine player or vm player and you will get further guidance ….its easy though seems to be complicated ….try it you will crazy….you can install even MAC on vm
By guruji on Feb 17, 2012
I second a virtual machine. A virtual machine would run inside windows and allow you to use Ubuntu inside a window, like you said. However, I prefer VMware over virtualbox. VMware is much more efficient, and it is preferred by IT professions and large businesses.
http://www.vmware.com/
I forget which is the free product, though.
By Isaac on Feb 17, 2012