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XP Pro vs XP Pro Upgrade
Hi, If I was going to upgrade from Windows 98 to XP pro,
which version would be recommended? What are the differences? Can I upgrade with the full version of XP Pro? Thanks! |
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The only difference between the Upgrade version and Full version is the
Upgrade version requires a qualifying product be present to satisfies it's request during installation. If you have a Windows 98 CD then the Upgrade version is a good choice because it is less expensive. You can do a clean install with the Upgrade version by simply supplying your Win98 CD when prompted. Even though it does not explicitly state it on the packaging you can do an upgrade with a Full version. -- Harry Ohrn MS-MVP [Shell\User] www.webtree.ca/windowsxp " wrote in message ... Hi, If I was going to upgrade from Windows 98 to XP pro, which version would be recommended? What are the differences? Can I upgrade with the full version of XP Pro? Thanks! |
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Use the upgrade version.
-- Joseph W. Conway, MCSE Windows 9x/NT/2000/XP/2003 Server Group This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties, and confers no rights. "Harry Ohrn" wrote in message ... The only difference between the Upgrade version and Full version is the Upgrade version requires a qualifying product be present to satisfies it's request during installation. If you have a Windows 98 CD then the Upgrade version is a good choice because it is less expensive. You can do a clean install with the Upgrade version by simply supplying your Win98 CD when prompted. Even though it does not explicitly state it on the packaging you can do an upgrade with a Full version. -- Harry Ohrn MS-MVP [Shell\User] www.webtree.ca/windowsxp " wrote in message ... Hi, If I was going to upgrade from Windows 98 to XP pro, which version would be recommended? What are the differences? Can I upgrade with the full version of XP Pro? Thanks! |
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If you can afford it I would go with the full version of WinXP Pro and do a
clean install rather than an upgrade. (eg back up all data, settings and email, reformat HD, re-install Windows). You can upgrade but read too many posts along the lines of "I tried to upgrade from xyz to winXP and boo hoo happens". You do need to think carefully about what else you need... Are there WinXP drivers available for your.. printer, scanner etc? Check the makers web site first. Is this a good time to upgrade MSOffice etc? Do you have any DOS programs that you simply must have working? Are there any programs you use that you have lost the keys for (see if the program will tell you the key before you try and upgrade). Is this a good time to fit a larger HD? Is this a good time to get a better PC? " wrote in message ... Hi, If I was going to upgrade from Windows 98 to XP pro, which version would be recommended? What are the differences? Can I upgrade with the full version of XP Pro? Thanks! |
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CWatters wrote:
If you can afford it I would go with the full version of WinXP Pro and do a clean install rather than an upgrade. (eg back up all data, settings and email, reformat HD, re-install Windows). Why - when a clean installation can be performed with the upgrade licence? Just because it's marked 'Upgrade' doesn't mean it can only be used for installing over an existing operating system. You're advising him to waste £200. -- Perdita X. Dream Please help us to help you http://groups.google.com http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm http://www.catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html Please note that the reply address is fake. Keep all posts to the groups as private requests for assistance (i.e. email/IM) cannot be acknowledged. Thank you. |
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