Linux Laptop Conversions in Prestwich
Give your Windows machine a new lease of life by switching it over to Linux.
What is Linux?
Linux is a type of "operating system" (like Windows) for your computer. Unlike Windows - which exists to make profit for one company, Microsoft - Linux is free and is made with an "open" license by a huge community of people, with software that is built in similar collaborative ways.
You can install Ubuntu Linux on your laptop or PC and will probably find that it runs faster than Windows, is easy to use, doesn't have any adverts, is very customisable, and has all the free software you need.
I have installed Ubuntu dozens of times over the years and the process is very straightforward for me, but if it sounds daunting to you then you may be interested in my Linux Laptop Conversion service.
I'm also happy to install any other Linux variant, set up a new laptop from scratch, advise you about your setup, or any other consultancy type of thing - contact me
Linux Conversion Steps
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Back up your data to USB: Let me know if you're storing files anywhere other than your Documents folder.
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Replace Windows with Ubuntu Linux: I'll follow this guide to create a bootable USB stick of Ubuntu, and use that to delete your Windows partition and install Ubuntu on the laptop instead.
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Install free apps: There are probably free and open source alternatives to the expensive apps you previously used. Lets get them installed by following this guide.
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Restore the backup: I'll move the backed-up files back onto your laptop, into their new homes in Linux.
What's Included
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Basic Service (2 hours)
- Latest Ubuntu LTS installation (or your distro of choice)
- Document / Pictures / Download preservation (up to 500GB)
- Ubuntu Pro subscription (10 years of updates)
- Firefox with Ublock Origin pre-installed
- Basic system setup and testing
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Premium Service (4+ hours)
- Everything in Basic, plus:
- In-person walkthrough session
- Custom system setup
- Software installation assistance
- Ubuntu usage training
For Prestwich Laptop Owners
If you're local to Prestwich I can collect and drop off your laptop. If you're outside of Prestwich, you're going to have to come to me - sorry!