Standing Outside the Moat, Examining Drawbridge

[James R. Liebert]

Can I access Ubuntu IRC help from within Windows, for example, using 
AIM?  A complete novice at Linux, I need help with proper formatting of 
NTFS partitions as preparatory stage of installing Ubuntu 8.04 as 
dual-boot with Win 2K Pro. 

Have read discussion of Dual Booting Windows and Ubuntu at 
https://help.ubuntu.com/8.04/switching/installing-partitioning.html, but 
am unclear as to impact on Windows partitions of resizing and creating 
swap, root and separate home partitions upon Ubuntu installation.  
Clarifying details to follow when I've found correct doorbell to ring.

I apologize in advance if I have trespassed against a specialized 
communications channel.

James Liebert
Akron, Ohio
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