Advice on best way to go about Linux Install

[QuickSilver]

Here's my configuration: I have a SATA Raptor that is my main HDD with WinXP on it. I also have two other IDE HDDs that I use for storage and some of my programs. Do you guys think it would be best for me to install Linux on the same HDD as WinXP with a second partition, or should I put it on one of the IDE drives? I'm not sure how good Linux is about supporting SATA. Ideas?

P.S.
I would prefer to have both OSes on the same HDD if I can.

[kilgoretrout]

I like having linux on a separate drive myself but it's purely a matter of personal preference.

[faulkner132]

Linux will install fine on your existing Windows HD assuming you have unpartitioned space for it. Most distro installs will automatically configure the boot loader to allow a dual boot.

[QuickSilver]

Thanks for the info. I'll give it a whirl.