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Windows XP disk second hand?

  • 09-04-2012 04:08PM
    #1
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    Hi guys, would anyone know roughly how much it would cost for a Windows XP disk second hand? I'm asking for my mother, she was wondering if anyone on Boards.ie would know..

    Thanks a bunch.


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  • #2
    5uspect
    Moderators, Arts Moderators Posts: 10,595 Mod ✭✭✭✭5uspect


    If all you want to do is reinstall an existing installation; the serial key, which is all you really need, should be on a sticker on the case of the computer. You can probably <snip> or borrow a disk.

    If you're considering putting XP on a new machine, consider Windows 7 which is far superior. It also has an XP mode for those few legacy apps that might refuse to work.

    Obligatory try Ubuntu comment.


  • #3
    Capt'n Midnight
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators, Science, Health & Environment Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 96,495 Mod ✭✭✭✭Capt'n Midnight


    Actually don't try ubuntu. They've jumped the shark on the user interface on the latest version

    Try LTS 10.04
    Try Mint
    Try Debian

    If you have to try Ubuntu 11.x - do a live trial first, it's designed for touchpads not desktops.



    If borrowing an XP CD then you need an OEM CD to match the Home/Pro sticker on the laptop


    NB If you buy an windows 7 upgrade it is forever bound to that old machine , so not really worth it


    If it's a DELL they can sell you a replacement CD for ~€15


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