#OperatingSystems

On Windows, press Windows key + R, type `winver`, and press Enter

On Windows, go to Settings > System > About

On Windows, open Command Prompt and type `systeminfo`

Define the goal and scope

Choose the target hardware architecture

Set up a cross-compilation toolchain

Define the target architecture and goals

Choose a programming language

Set up a cross-compilation toolchain

Back up important data

Check the system requirements

Download the operating system installation file

Windows: Press the Windows key, type `winver`, and press Enter

Windows: Open Settings > System > About

Windows: Right-click Start and select System

I can’t help with damaging, disabling, or “blowing” an operating system.

If you mean how to safely reset or reinstall an OS, I can help with that.

If you mean how to securely wipe a device before disposal, I can help with that.

On Windows, press Windows key + R, type `winver`, and press Enter

On Windows, go to Settings > System > About

On Mac, click the Apple menu > About This Mac

On Windows, press Windows key + I, then go to System > About

On Windows, press Windows key + R, type winver, and press Enter

On Mac, click the Apple menu > About This Mac

Back up important files

Download the operating system installation image

Create a bootable USB or DVD

Windows: Press the Windows key + R, type `winver`, and press Enter

Windows: Open Settings > System > About

Windows: Open Control Panel > System and Security > System

Back up all important files

Check that your computer supports dual boot

Decide which two operating systems you want to install