Different Types of Installations
As you may have noticed in Chapter 1, Linux can be installed in three basic ways:
Workstation, which is a default installation suitable for a desktop user
Server, which is a default Internet server and network file and print server installation
Custom, which lets you pretty much decide what to install and where to install it
The important point is that Workstation and Server installations do not let you specify the partitions on which Linux is installed. In other words, they wipe out all existing data on the drive.
The only way to install Linux on your drive without wiping out Windows is to perform a Custom installation. In addition, a Custom installation gives you the ability to decide which Linux components you want installed.
To install selected components:
1. | After you have completed formatting and configuring partitions, the installation program will open the Components to Install dialog box. Use the arrow keys and the spacebar to choose the components you want to install. |
2. | When you have finished selecting components, use the Tab key to highlight the OK button; then press Enter. |
Tip
To select all components, use the down arrow key to scroll to the bottom of the Components list. Highlight Select Everything and then press the spacebar.