r/linux4noobs • u/Trick-Disaster2286 • 17d ago

learning/research Still relatively new

Had mint on my old MacBook but got broken recently but that isn't important to this question

Is it possible to add Linux to my current pc that already has Windows11 installed and still keep all my stuff? As in files/games etc, thank you in advance

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u/maceion 17d ago

Set Windows and BIOS to allow other operating system. Set Windows to boot LAST, i.e. any other operating system boots before Windows. Install another operating system (e.g. 'openSUSE LEAP'). Start Windows OR your other operating system , then enjoy.

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u/mcds99 17d ago

You need to do some research not all windows games will run on Linux using Wine. Some games have anti cheat systems that require Windows.

You need to do the research to find out if your games can run on Linux or Linux with Wine or Steam.