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Please help me install Windows 10 on Mac safely?
Read a couple of posts and watched several videos about installing Windows 10 on Mac without Bootcamp app. Up to now, the task was not done yet. The Mac does not to recognize the bootable USB during ...
Disadvantages of installing Windows 10 on Mac via Terminal :
- Manually messing around with Terminal commands is a pain. You’re basically doing a lot of trial-and-error, and if you’re not super comfortable with command-line stuff, it can get confusing fast when you install Windows 10 on Mac. One wrong move can mess up your whole drive or make your Mac unbootable.
- Yeah, I’m serious. If you’re not careful with commands, you could wipe your Mac’s OS or corrupt the boot process. It’s not as straightforward as using Boot Camp or virtualization tools, which are safer because they’re designed for this.
- Installing Windows via Terminal means you’re probably doing a manual install—sometimes drivers don’t work perfectly, especially for things like graphics, Wi-Fi, or trackpads. You might spend forever troubleshooting device issues, which is no fun.
- It’s not a quick process. You’ll spend hours fiddling with disk partitions, boot loaders, and command-line tools. If you’re impatient or just want a quick setup, this isn’t it.
Honestly, unless you’re into messing around with low-level stuff and don’t mind troubleshooting, I’d recommend using Boot Camp Assistant (if your Mac supports it) or virtualization solutions like Para11els or Virtua1Box. They’re way safer, easier, and less stressful. Terminal-based install is more for the brave or the nerdy who enjoy the challenge. Just know you’re playing with fire, and it’s not as smooth as the official or GUI-based methods.