How to wipe hd and install new os from disc?

[mykneegrow]

I need a tutorial to follow that will walk me through switching to to a os and wiping my hd in the process. i already have a backup of everything i want to save just need something good i can follow on my phone and do it properly.

Thanks

 

[Mattios]

The OS disk will wipe the drive during the install.

 

[Wolfshadw]

Would help to know what OS you're trying to install.

For Windows installations, during the install process, you will be prompted for a location to install the OS. At this point, there should be an option to format the hard drive (it may be under "Advanced Options").

-Wolf sends

 

[mykneegrow]

switching to mint linux. so i dont need any data destruction software just install it and it will become the main os

 

[Wolfshadw]

Do you have a PDF reader on your phone?

Mint Linux 17.1 Documentation

During the Install process, you will have an option to erase the disk.

-Wolf sends

 

[mykneegrow]

i dont think so but ill do what i have to. thanks for the link. random question about linux.. iv noticed every picture iv seen online of peoples desktops on linux never have a very interesting background. it seems like you can only use stock linux backgrounds. is it possible to use a picture of my choice off the internet as my background? thanks for your help

 

[USAFRet]

is it possible to use a picture of my choice off the internet as my background? thanks for your help

Download and save that pic somewhere.

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