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Windows 2000 to Windows XP migration

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From Leo's mailbag:

> From: A Computer User
> Sent: May 22, 2006
> To: Ask Leo!
> Subject: Windows 2000 to Windows XP migration
>
> Leo,
> --------------
> I have Windows 2000 on my computer but I want to install
> Windows XP. Can I install it over Windows 2000 without
> loosing everything I have on my computer?

Yes, you should be able to. The Windows XP Setup should
recognize your Windows 2000 and perform an upgrade.

That having been said, it's ALWAYS a good idea to fully backup
before a major operation. Just in case. :-)

Thanks for asking,

Leo

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