Ok, you're a Windows user for most things but Linux seems at least a little interesting. Maybe you like the idea of free software, no malware, no ads, no bully taking your lunch money... Whatever it is, why not try Linux on your existing computer, while keeping your familiar windows as before? 'Seasy!
I recommend Linux Mint as a first installment of Linux. There's lots of software, including ham radio, office... and it's a good team player with Windows. So let's go get our Linux -yes, that's free too. Give it to anyone! I recommend the Cinnamon desktop for Windows users. So here goes: https://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=305
You now have an "image" file of the new Linux. We need to use it to make a "live" USB of Linux Mint.
In Windows,
Download Etcher, install it and run it.
Click Select image and select your ISO file that you just downloaded.
Click Select drive and select your USB stick (8 GB or bigger).
Click Flash!.
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Linux for Win users - yes both safely on the same computer.
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Be kind -not everyone agrees with everything.
Opinions are fine, but even better if backed by fact. Share screenshots, log output, etc.
-And ensure that you have a backup before doing anything experimental!
Linux for Win users - yes both safely on the same computer.
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