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Install Linux from Windows without a USB stick

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What is hop?

hop is a Windows app that downloads a Linux ISO, safely shrinks a partition, and creates a dual-boot installer without ever needing a USB drive. It can also clean up the space or erase Windows entirely if you opt in.

Who it is for

If you’ve been curious about Linux but dread the hassle of making a bootable USB, hop lets you set up a dual-boot in minutes.

How to try it

Download the latest release from the GitHub releases page and run hop.exe

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