How to boot from a USB drive to install an operating system?

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I'm planning to do a clean installation of Linux on my laptop, but I've never done it before. I have a USB drive with the ISO file ready, but I need some guidance on how to get my laptop to recognize it as a bootable device. Can anyone walk me through the steps? I want to make sure I don't mess anything up. I've tried searching online for tutorials and forums, but all I can find are conflicting advice and technical jargon that goes over my head. That's why I'm hoping someone can explain it in simple terms, without any prior knowledge of computer hardware or operating systems. I just want to get this done so I can start using Linux on my laptop. Thanks for your patience and expertise!

Community replies to: How to boot from a USB drive to install an operating system?

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To boot from a USB drive and install an operating system, ensure the USB drive is connected to your laptop before restarting. Press the key to enter your laptop's BIOS settings (usually F2, F12, or Del) and navigate to the Boot Priority or Boot Order tab. Use the arrow keys to reorder the list, placing the USB drive as the first device in the boot order. Save changes and exit the BIOS settings. Restart your laptop, and it should automatically attempt to boot from the USB drive. If prompted, select the USB drive to boot from. Once booted, follow the on-screen instructions to start the installation process.
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