1.
Unlink OneDrive:
Click the OneDrive cloud icon in your system tray.
Select Help & Settings > Settings.
Go to the Account tab and click Unlink this PC.
2. Disable OneDrive at Startup:
Open OneDrive settings as above.
Under the Settings tab, uncheck Start OneDrive automatically when I sign in to
Windows.
3. Uninstall OneDrive (Optional):
Open Settings > Apps > Installed apps.
Find Microsoft OneDrive, click Uninstall, and follow the prompts.
For more details, check out Microsoft’s official guide. Let me know if you need help with
anything else!
I just got a new MINI pic it is strong though, Could I run linux on this in or outsid eof windows
and if so how?
Yes, you can run Linux on your Mini PC, either as a standalone operating system or alongside
Windows. Here are your options:
1. Install Linux as the Primary OS
Boot from a USB drive: Download a Linux distribution (like Ubuntu, Fedora, or Debian),
create a bootable USB, and install Linux directly.
Erase Windows (if desired): During installation, you can choose to replace Windows
entirely.
2. Dual Boot (Linux & Windows)
Partition your drive: Install Linux alongside Windows, allowing you to choose between the
two at startup.
Use GRUB bootloader: Linux will install a boot manager to let you switch between
operating systems.
3. Run Linux Inside Windows (Virtual Machine)
Use VirtualBox or VMware: Install Linux as a virtual machine inside Windows.
Pros: No need to modify your system, easy to switch between OSes.
Cons: Performance may be lower compared to a direct installation.
4. Use Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL)
Install WSL: Windows allows you to run Linux applications natively without a full
installation.
Pros: No need to reboot, integrates well with Windows.
Cons: Limited hardware access compared to a full Linux install.
For a detailed guide, check out this resource on installing Linux on a Mini PC. Let me know if
you need help choosing a Linux distribution! 🚀
What are the pros and cons of dual booting vs virtual machines?
Both dual booting and virtual machines (VMs) have their advantages and drawbacks. Here’s
a breakdown to help you decide:
✅ Dual Boot (Pros)
Better Performance: Since Linux runs directly on hardware, it gets full CPU, RAM, and
GPU power.
Full Hardware Access: Great for gaming, development, and tasks that require direct
hardware control.
More Stability: No virtualization overhead, meaning a more stable experience.
Separate OS Environments: You get the full Linux experience without Windows interfering.
❌ Dual Boot (Cons)
Requires Rebooting: Switching between Windows and Linux means restarting your PC
each time.
Disk Space Partitioning: You have to divide your storage for both OSes.
More Complex Setup: Installing Linux alongside Windows requires careful partitioning and
bootloader setup.
Potential Boot Issues: If something goes wrong, fixing boot issues can be tricky.
✅ Virtual Machine (Pros)
No Reboot Needed: Run Linux inside Windows without restarting.
Easy Setup & Removal: No permanent changes to your PC—just install or delete the VM
as needed.
Great for Testing: Perfect for trying out Linux without modifying your system.
Snapshots & Rollbacks: Easily revert to a previous state if something breaks.
❌ Virtual Machine (Cons)
Lower Performance: VMs share resources with the host system, which can slow things
down.
Limited Hardware Access: Some features, like GPU acceleration, may be restricted.
Uses More RAM & CPU: The host system must allocate resources to the VM, which can
impact overall performance.
Best for You?
If you need high performance (gaming, development, full Linux experience), go for
dual boot.
If you want flexibility and convenience without modifying your system, a VM is the
better choice
