To create a multiboot installation, which of the following are best practices? (Choose all that apply.)
A) Install the oldest version of Windows first.
B) If installing multiple editions of Windows 7, each edition needs its own primary partition.
C) If installing Linux, use the Windows installation CD to manage the process to create an NTFS Primary partition.
D) You need to install only programs such as Microsoft Office on the first OS.

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A) Installing the oldest version of Windows first ensures that the bootloader from the newer version of Windows recognizes and adds the older version, making it easier to manage the boot process. B) Each edition of Windows 7 requires its own primary partition because Windows installations need their own dedicated space to operate correctly, and having separate partitions helps in managing different editions without conflicts. C) is incorrect because when installing Linux alongside Windows, it's generally recommended to use Linux's partition manager to resize the Windows partition and create space for Linux, rather than using the Windows installation CD to create an NTFS partition, which Linux cannot use for its root filesystem. D) is incorrect because installing programs like Microsoft Office on the first OS does not relate to best practices for creating a multiboot installation; programs can be installed on any OS as needed and do not affect the multiboot setup.

To Create a Multiboot Installation, Which of the Following Are