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Posted by Tristan Gaebler
Tristan Gaebler
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Questions and tutorials about installing Linux

I have a macbook pro 2011 13'. I want to install Linux on my computer. What are the best tutorials for this? For dual boot and for total reconstruction? If I download Linux will I never see os x on my computer again?

2 Answers

Michael Hulet
Michael Hulet
47,912 Points
Michael Hulet
Michael Hulet
47,912 Points

This should help you out. That guide will teach you how to install Ubuntu alongside OS X in a dual boot, so you can keep both operating systems, and you can use the latest version of Ubuntu with it

Adam Tatusko
Adam Tatusko
16,589 Points
Adam Tatusko
Adam Tatusko
16,589 Points

Here is a great tutorial on installing a dual boot of Ubuntu Linux and Mac OS X: https://help.ubuntu.com/community/MactelSupportTeam/AppleIntelInstallation#Detailed_How-To

I'd clone all of my Mac OS X data first to an external hard drive, in case a problem arises and you want to start again from scratch.