If partitions really weren't safer, Linux/Windows/etc would make dual-booting unworkable; as it is only the bootloaders are occasionally problematic.

Always Install Windows First and Linux Second When building a dual-boot PC, the order in which you install both operating systems is crucial.

Boot Camp Assistant: The tool from Apple allows you to install Windows and boot your Mac into either macOS or Windows. It’s not an emulator but a dual-boot solution.