Dual-Booting ubuntu and vista

[jechadwell99]

If I follow these instructions will I get Ubuntu 12.04 alongside Vista?

1. Free up space in Vista.
2. Make a LiveCD.
3. Select the option to install alongside Vista.

Also, is it advised to defragment my drive before freeing up space in Vista?
Thank you!!!

[carl4926]

If I follow these instructions will I get Ubuntu 12.04 alongside Vista?

1. Free up space in Vista. = YES
2. Make a LiveCD. = YES
3. Select the option to install alongside Vista. = YES

Also, is it advised to defragment my drive before freeing up space in Vista? = YES
Thank you!!!

Running the live CD will give you an idea how everything will work, so play around with it. Keep in mind it's a somewhat slow because it has to run form the CD. Bootable USB's work much quicker FYI

[carl4926]

Should have mentioned
Backing up is a given

[jechadwell99]

I do a backup regularly using norton 360. Is this ok?

[carl4926]

I do a backup regularly using norton 360. Is this ok?

I guess. Never used it.