[TriLUG] resize partitions to add windows

[Kevin Flanagan]

If I recall correctly, you can install Windows in some unpartitioned
space letting it set up the boot loader, then go back in and reinstall
GRUB, LILO etc.  I think that building a boot diskette, or rescue CD
would give you the tools necessary to reinstall GRUB after Windows wipes
it out in the MBR.


Study up on your grub.conf syntax ;')

On Thu, 2004-11-18 at 20:26 -0500, john mitchell wrote:

>  >Scott Miller wrote:
> >   Has anyone had success in resizing the partitions on a Linux only
> > computer to make room for a windows install on the first half of the
> > drive? Or am I better off just backing up my stuff and starting from
> > scratch?
> 
>     AIRC, most Linux instilations say you should start the non-linux install 
> first.
>  From Debian: "...you should install all other system(s) before proceeding 
> with Linux installation.".
>     By the way, It could depend on what version of the operating system whose 
> "name shall not be mentioned" you want to use.
> 
> john mitchell

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Kevin Flanagan <kevin at flanagannc.net>
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