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The thread discusses questions about upgrading to Windows 7, focusing on whether users need to reinstall their systems or can simply enter a product key after purchase. The original poster is concerned about the process, while a respondent mentions that in-place upgrades from Release Candidate to the final version are rumored but not confirmed, and recommends a clean install for better results. Overall, the sentiment is cautious optimism, highlighting uncertainty around upgrade procedures but emphasizing that a failed upgrade wouldn't cause significant loss since a clean installation is always an option.
The thread discusses questions about upgrading to Windows 7, focusing on whether users need to reinstall their systems or can simply enter a product key after purchase. The original poster is concerned about the process, while a respondent mentions that in-place upgrades from Release Candidate to the final version are rumored but not confirmed, and recommends a clean install for better results. Overall, the sentiment is cautious optimism, highlighting uncertainty around upgrade procedures but emphasizing that a failed upgrade wouldn't cause significant loss since a clean installation is always an option.
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It has been rumored and written in articles that you can upgrade in place from RC to the final version (GA).I haven't done it so I can not confirm it. However...
A: You will still need a qualifying OS to use upgrade media (Vista, Xp what have you) which is cheaper.
B: You will find that most people will recommend that you clean install anyway... it's that much better.
A: You will still need a qualifying OS to use upgrade media (Vista, Xp what have you) which is cheaper.
B: You will find that most people will recommend that you clean install anyway... it's that much better.
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Just remember I can't confirm that it works, I'm pretty sure I can find you articles that read windows 7 is free forever doesn't mean MS gonna send one in the mail.
The good news is that all you can lose if it fails is the Windows 7 installation that you had to nuke anyway.
The good news is that all you can lose if it fails is the Windows 7 installation that you had to nuke anyway.
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