More than five years have passed since the release of the Windows XP operating system. Some of its users still believe that this system is the most stable. Studies show that this is just a habit and unwillingness to try out new solutions and new features of the latest operating systems of the Windows family.
Necessary
Windows Vista installation disc
Instructions
Step 1
Many users, having tried the new operating system, said that XP was more stable than its younger brother. This opinion also existed during the transition from Windows 98 to 2000, and from Windows 2000 to XP. One way or another, the operating system will have to be updated. the developer is always more interested in new products.
Step 2
Upgrading Windows XP series operating systems to Vista has many advantages, as opposed to a "clean" installation of the system: all settings of the system and internal programs remain at the same level, therefore, there is no need to configure them again. You can use Microsoft's Windows Easy Transfer utility to transfer all settings. The only drawback when updating the system will be to reinstall some applications (not all applications will start on a new system).
Step 3
When choosing a version of the Windows Vista operating system, you should pay attention to Vista Home Premium and Vista Ultimate. These 2 versions include all software packages that are possible for this system. If you are less demanding of the standard programs that will be included, opt for Vista Home Basic Edition (there is nothing superfluous).
Step 4
Before updating the operating system, do not forget to transfer important files and folders to another hard disk partition, if there is only one partition, copy them to removable media (flash card or dvd disk). You can also run the hard disk utility and partition the hard disk into several partitions before installing a new operating system.
Step 5
After transferring important files, open the tray of your drive and insert the Windows Vista installation disc. When this disk starts up, a menu will appear on the screen, select "Install". In the next window, you must point to the "Update" of the existing operating system. When you select "New installation" you will be prompted to restart your computer and format the system partition of the hard drive.
Step 6
As soon as the files required for the update are copied from the disk, the computer will automatically restart. The installation menu will appear on the screen, in which you must specify the partition on which the system will be installed. During the installation, windows will periodically appear in which you must enter personal information. If you notice that the screen suddenly goes blank, do not pay attention to it, the process of installing the drivers for the video card is in progress.
Step 7
Depending on the efficiency factor, the installation can take from 40 to 60 minutes. The next restart of the computer indicates the end of the computer installation. You will see a screen of the Windows Vista operating system, which must be registered, otherwise its service life will be only 30 calendar days.
