How do I replace Windows XP with Linux Mint?

Once you find it, set the boot order so that instead of booting from the hard drive first, you boot from either the CD/DVD drive or from a USB drive.

That done, insert your DVD or USB stick and reboot.

Then, select Start Linux Mint from the first menu you see.

How do I use Windows XP safely?

How to keep using Windows XP in 2018

• Install dedicated antivirus.
• Keep your software up to date.
• Stop using Internet Explorer, or go offline.
• Stop using Java for Web Browsing.
• Use a day-to-day account.
• Use a Virtual Machine.
• Choose wisely what to install on your Windows XP computer.
• Add more RAM.