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Installing applications on XP Pro

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by john

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I am in the process of planning my move to XP Pro. I have bought the software but will not install it until I understand the issues. I am currently running Win98SE.

I have learned from bitter experience that it is best to shut down applications (particularly my antivirus software (Norton Systemworks 2003). I normally use Enditall2 to do this - although this also disables the very useful Systemworks facility allowing a return to an earlier configuration.

So my question is: Do I have to uninstall running applications in XP Pro before starting to install new software applications? It's a pretty time consuming process so if there is a way round it I would love to know it. Thanks in advance.
John

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by thechas

Are you planning to install XP as an upgrade installation?
Or install it clean and fresh on a formatted hard drive?

If you plan to perform an upgrade, YES, un-install security and other major utilities. They will work much better if installed from within XP.

I whole-heartedly recommend a clean install.
Then, all you need to do is disable or shut down the anti-virus software prior to installing major applications.

Here is what I would do:

Back up your files and system settings.

Boot from a W98 startup floppy.
Format the C: drive.

Insert your XP CD and reboot.
Enter BIOS setup and set the BIOS to boot from CD.

Install XP.

Connect to the internet.
Run Windows Update.

Restore your files.

Install your applications.

Chas

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