Comment 1 for bug 1296692

The idea strikes me, but my prime focus would be on protecting the existing (Windows) installation, preferably involving external boot/backup media. Perhaps such a thing can be a good replacement for WUBI, since it has become obsolete with Windows 8.

The number and nature of problem threads on UF regarding dual-boots clearly indicate that current installer is not as "idiot-proof" as it should be.

For now, I'm just quoting what I posted on the thread where this discussion started (http://ubuntuforums.org/showpost.php?p=12966322), I'd be interested to see if a developer shows interest, in which case I'd like to post more discrete points regarding the idea :

"my prime focus would be on -

- Ways to protect user's existing installation (Windows) and easy ways to revert back if something goes wrong or they otherwise need/want so.

- It should be something both easy (transparent if possible), reliable and effective.

- It should be designed while keeping in mind that most Windows users don't really read Warnings/Cautions. They always look for "Next" or "Ok" buttons, and that's the only thing they usually notice and use on a dialogue-box - most often without paying attention to Warnings/Notifications about consequences."

In fact, I think the above should be considered anyway, to improve the default installer if not to create something new (or modify WUBI itself).