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Installing XP Professional

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by dkstanford

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Can I install the full version of XP professional over OEM installed XP Home without loosing all the other installed software?

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by thechas

Microsoft does consider XP Pro an upgrade from XP Home.

XP Pro should simply install over XP Home as an upgrade leaving all your settings and installed software intact.

Make sure to boot up the PC, and then insert the XP Pro CD.
Follow the prompts to install XP Pro as an upgrade.

If you want to play it safe, purchase the upgrade version of XP Pro.
Also, anytime you perform a a major upgrade, it is a good idea to back up ALL critical files first.

Chas

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