Need to get Windows 7 soonish... help?

Duckers

Howdy!
Looking to get Windows 7 64 bit for my new desktop build, but came to the sudden realisation that I dont have any OS as far as I know I can't transfer it from my old laptop....
Anyway! Is there anywhere where I can get windows 7 in a brick and mortar shop anymore as I'm not keen on Win8? OR is it possible to download Win7 online somewhere directly? (I would prefer to go the legal route for the time being....)
Also, how easy is it dual boot Win7 with Linux as I've never tried before? Thanks!

PropJoe10

Dabs.ie sells Windows 7 still.

http://www.dabs.ie/products/microsoft-windows-7-home-premium-w-sp1---1-pc---oem---dvd---64-bit---english-7J00.html?src=17

Regarding dual booting Linux, its extremely easy. Just make sure you install Windows first, then install your Linux distro of choice from a Live CD/USB. The Ubuntu installer will identify that you already have Windows installed, and allow you to install Linux alongside Windows as a dual boot.

Hope this helps

Duckers

Thanks PropJoe! Should do hopefully!

Just one last question, I wasnt intending to install an optical drive, if I were to transfer it via USB I'm assuming just follow this and it will work?? http://www.microsoftstore.com/store/msusa/html/pbPage.Help_Win7_usbdvd_dwnTool

PropJoe10

I use this (Irish made) program, which has never let me down. Just download the operating system ISO file and create a bootable USB using this:

http://rufus.akeo.ie/

Duckers

That seems a lot better and easier than the Windows download tool!
Thank you so much!
Downloading the ISO at the mo, will hopefully get my hands on an activation key in the next few days, thanks again!