Q & A: How to upgrade XP to Windows 7?

Skip Vista and upgrade directly from XP to Windows 7 is probably the inevitable choice for most user system upgrades. In response to this situation, this article lists the common XP upgrade to Win 7 issue summary for the reader's reference:

1. Can I upgrade directly from Windows XP to Windows 7?

No need to transit through Vista.

2. Can XP be upgraded in-place to Windows 7?

No. Only Vista users can choose "in-place upgrade". Microsoft said there are many changes in hardware support and driver models, so upgrading from XP to Windows 7 is not the best solution. Microsoft recommends that users first back up the data and then reinstall the system and all other applications.

3. What are the requirements for Windows 7 on the system?

The system requirements for Windows 7 are very similar to those of Vista. The official data given by Microsoft is as follows:

-1 GHz or more Fast 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor

-1GB RAM (32-bit) or 2GB RAM (64-bit)

-16GB (32-bit) or 20GB ( 64-bit) available hard disk space

- DirectX 9 graphics device with WDDM 1.0 or higher

But Microsoft's requirements are for reference only. Previously, the speed of running Vista with a computer with 1GB of memory was very slow. Although Windows 7 would be better, the effect is still unsatisfactory.

4. How do I know if my computer can run Windows 7?

I can run the Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor. The software is currently in beta. Users can download and install at http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-7/upgrade-advisor.aspx. This program can detect the hardware that is currently running XP and tell the user what needs to be improved.

5, Can I buy a cheaper Windows 7 upgrade, or spend less money to buy the full version?

You can buy a cheap upgrade, but you can't buy cheap ones. full version. For example, the Windows 7 Home Premium upgrade program has a suggested retail price of $120. The upgrade program first checks if the current Windows system version of the user is legal and is activated. Only verified systems can continue to install.

6, I installed XP Home Edition, I can choose which version of Windows 7?

You can upgrade to Windows 7 Home Premium ($120), Professional Edition (200 USD). Of course, you can upgrade to the flagship version ($220) if you wish. It is wise to buy Home Premium and Professional Edition for $50 and $100 during the offer period from June 26th to July 11th. However, the event is currently out of date.

7. I am using XP Professional. Which versions of Windows 7 should I choose?

Like the XP Home Edition, you can upgrade to Home Premium ($120), Professional Edition. ($200) and the flagship version ($220).