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Updating OS (XP - 7)

  • 10-04-2014 11:57AM
    #1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 75 ✭✭


    I have an old computer running XP and a Windows 7 disc. I am wondering if it is as simple as plug and play. Will I lose all data on the computer? Should I do a system backup?


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  • Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 4,622 Mod ✭✭✭✭Mr. G


    You basically insert the disk into the cd drive, turn off your computer, turn it on and select boot menu > boot from CD. And then it's self explanatory.

    You will lose all your files, but you also have the option to do a "system upgrade" which will allow you to keep all your files. I would backup everything just in case though.


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