Ubuntu 16.04 dual boot Windows 7

Question

Hey guys I have Ubuntu 16.04 installed on my laptop now I really wanna install Windows 7 because there is always that one software that doesn't run on Ubuntu, HELP ASAP

Edit: I recently upgraded to Ubuntu 16.10 with software centre

Second Edit: My question is different because I have Ubuntu 16.10 and before I followed a Ubuntu 14.10 tutorial and it did not work and I could not boot into Ubuntu! So I had to delete Windows and Ubuntu and reinstall Ubuntu!

Third Edit:

score 1 · Answer 1 · answered Oct 15 '16 at 12:02

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So you have two options if you do not want to go the VM route.

Shrink one or more of your Ubuntu partitions.
Install Win 7 on an external HD.

If you need an in depth, just ask.

Best, BoB

answered Oct 15 '16 at 12:02

BoB

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score 1 · Answer 2 · answered Oct 15 '16 at 12:03

You will have to install Windows 7 then Ubuntu. The reason behind this is cause of partitioning, Windows cannot work with Ubuntu being the first boot up.

Or you can run a VM. If you choose to run a VM read this guide:https://www.pcsteps.com/207-windows-virtual-machine-linux-windows/

Hope it helps.

score 1 · Answer 3 · answered Oct 15 '16 at 12:53

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Even though it does not work for every program it's worth checking out if you can run the software you want in wine. Other than that you can install a VM or dual boot.

answered Oct 15 '16 at 12:53

JTHO

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score 1 · Accepted Answer · edited Apr 13 '17 at 12:25

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To accomplish this, follow the instructions here. If using UEFI boot repair, if BIOS use commands.

edited Apr 13 '17 at 12:25

Community

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answered Oct 16 '16 at 19:40

Ubuntu 16.04 dual boot Windows 7

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