How to Replace Linux With Windows

Linux is a popular open-source operating system based on the Linux kernel developed by Linus Torvalds. Being open-source, many developers have added to the code to create different versions of the Linux operating system depending on its intended use. Ubuntu, for example, is a Linux system designed for the average desktop computer. Overall, Linux-systems are a bit less-user friendly than Windows systems, and it can be difficult to find support software and hardware designed to work with Windows.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Linux Boot Disk
• Windows System Disk

1. Boot your computer using the Linux floppy or CD-ROM. Type "fdisk" when the command prompt appears.

2. Type "P" and press "Enter" to display partition information. Number 1 indicates Hard Disk 1, Partition 1. Number w indicates Hard Disk 1, Partition 2 and other possibilities.

3. Type "D" and press "Enter." Type in "1" to delete the first partition. Repeat for the remaining partitions.

4. Type "Q" and press "Enter" to quit the Fdisk program.

5. Insert a bootable Windows Setup Disk and restart the computer using "Ctrl-Alt-Delete." Follow the instructions to format your drive and install Windows.

References

• Removing Linux, Installing Windows
• Fdisk Info

Resources

• GNU fdisk Download