How to Dual Boot Windows with a Linux Distro
This guide is short, and to the point in explaining what needs to be done to dual boot Windows and a Linux distro.

The first thing you need to do is partition the hard drive (3 sections) you plan on installing the operating systems. Use your favorite disk manager. I recommend using G-Parted (Gnome Partition Editor) LIVE CD. The index of the most recent versions is available here: Index of /gpartedlive . Download the .iso and burn it to a CD-R as an image.

Step 1 > The 3 Partitions you need to create are as follows::
* NTFS (Windows Install)
* Swap (at least 512MB)
* Ext3 (Linux Install)

Step 2 > Install your Windows OS first. Make sure you select the NTFS partition as the location.

Step 3 > Once Windows has been installed, go ahead and install Linux on the partition you've created for it.

After both installs have been completed, restart your system and an O/S selection screen should appear so you can select which O/S to load. Linux usually takes the lead on this (you want that) so depending on the Linux distro you're using a graphical or "DOS like" selection menu will appear each time you cold boot or restart.

That's all there is to it. Three partitions, install Windows then reboot, install Linux then reboot - Select the O/S you want to load. ENJOY! It really it that easy.

Good deal Tech, looks pretty easy to do, even for people without experience with dual boots. I myself have never tried it, but doesn't look too daunting.

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Thanks. It's how I've done it for myself and others without issues. It's simple. I think people would benefit by at least trying Linux. I tried to make this guide simple to follow and not specific to any particular OS.