LICK

LICK is a free program to install Linux from Windows without burning a CD or using a USB. It is as simple as installing and running LICK, selecting a Linux ISO image, and clicking install. A few seconds later, you can reboot into Linux. Currently only Puppy Linux-based distributions are supported.

LICK runs on any Windows version, from Windows XP to Windows 10. Check below for any special notes on your Windows version type.

Download

You can download the latest version of LICK from https://github.com/noryb009/lick/releases/latest.

Windows Version Notes

Windows 8, 8.1 and 10

Windows 8 and up have a feature called 'Fast Startup'. This cannot be enabled if LICK is installed. LICK disables Fast Startup upon installation.

UEFI Systems with Secure Boot

LICK supports secure boot, but requires a manual step during the first reboot.

1. On the first reboot, if you see a blue screen with writing, press enter to select OK.
2. Press enter again to select Enroll Hash.
3. Use the up and down arrow keys to highlight loader.efi, and press enter.
4. Press the down arrow to select Yes, then press enter.
5. Use the down arrow to highlight Exit, then press enter.

On subsequent reboots, these steps will not need to be taken.