[thelist] Windows 7 (64-bit)

[Ken Schaefer]

Just put the setup DVD in whilst Vista is running.

It will recommend you run the upgrade advisor prior to performing the upgrade. That identifies common incompatibilities/issues/apps that need to be ugpraded.

Then it does the upgrade if you want. It's a relatively painless process. If you're happy with your current Vista installation you can do an upgrade. If you'd like to start again from scratch then a clean install might be better.

Cheers
Ken

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From: thelist-bounces at lists.evolt.org [thelist-bounces at lists.evolt.org] On Behalf Of Conyers, Dwayne [dwayne.conyers at hp.com]
Sent: Wednesday, 28 October 2009 7:44 AM
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Subject: [thelist] Windows 7 (64-bit)

I have a 64-bit HP Pavilion (employee perk) that came bundled with 64-bit Vista.

Since no Mac owners want to trade with me (kidding... a little...) thinking about doing the upgrade to Windows 7.

Can anyone who has gone that path (or a similar path) provide some tips for the wary?

After all... the wise man said "Paranoia is only heightened awareness."