If you choose to upgrade to Windows 7 from Windows XP, then you have a lot of issues to be aware of. Not only do you need to plan for an operating system migration, but you should learn as much as possible about Windows 7. Here are 10 upgrade suggestions for XP users:
1: Check configuration
If your Windows XP computer was purchased within the last 3 or 4 years, then you can run Windows 7. Of course, you'd better use Microsoft's Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor (Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor) software to test the compatibility of your computer.
Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor can check your computer's processor, memory, storage, and graphics capabilities, identify known compatibility issues, review installed software and devices, and provide guidance on how to resolve these issues.
Currently, Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor is still in the beta stage, and the Microsoft Download Center will provide free downloads.
If you plan to upgrade to Windows 7 from Windows XP, you also need to download the Microsoft Assessment and Planning Toolkit (Microsoft Assessment and Assignment Tool), which can be run over the network and users do not need to install the client. Microsoft Assessment and Distribution Tools address compatibility, readiness, and hardware requirements.
2: Custom installation
Windows XP users cannot upgrade Windows 7 in-place. In other words, Windows XP users cannot directly upgrade to Windows 7. Microsoft only provides an upgrade method called "Custom Installation" for XP users. XP users must delete all files on the hard drive to upgrade their current computers to Windows 7. This hard drive cleaning process can be completed manually by the user, or automatically during the Windows 7 installation process. Microsoft recommends this to XP users:
"Custom installation provides you with the choice: clear the current operating system entirely, or install Windows on another disk. If your computer does not have an operating system installed yet, or you plan to install multiple operating systems, you can also perform a custom installation. Define installation."
3: Install dual systems
Considering it is a custom installation, you can choose to install dual systems (Windows XP and Windows 7), which is very convenient for migrating data, settings and programs. Specifically, you can first enter the Windows XP system to check the program settings, and then enter the Windows 7 reset program. When Windows 7 and Windows XP settings are the same, you can remove Windows XP and use Windows 7 as your primary operating system.
4: Backup
Before you migrate your system, you should back up all your data. If you are using a third-party backup program, you should check whether the program is compatible with Windows 7. If you don't plan to use a third-party backup program, you can probably use the backup tools that come with Windows XP. Since the file format used by the XP Backup Tool is not compatible with Windows Vista's Backup and Restore Center, Microsoft has released the Windows NT Backup and Restore Tool, which is compatible with Windows Vista and therefore Windows 7.
If you don't trust these tools, you can also burn all your data to a disc or copy it to another hard drive.
5:Data migration
Microsoft also provides an upgrade tool Windows Easy Transfer (a Windows system data migration tool specially designed by Microsoft for users). This tool can transfer XP users' documents, system configurations, data and software settings.
However, users need to reinstall the software after upgrading to a new system. At the same time, system files such as customized fonts and drivers cannot be transferred through this tool.
6: Program List
Since Windows XP cannot in-place upgrade Windows 7, you will need to reinstall the application. Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor can provide you with a detailed list of installed programs (XP) and provide download sites for these programs.
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7: Get familiar with the new user interface
The user interface of Windows 7 is very different from XP. In order to use the new features of Windows 7, you need to become familiar with its new user interface. You can first visit Microsoft's official website to learn more about Windows 7.
Here are the key parts you need to know:
Enter the (Windows 7) function page and watch the video provided by Microsoft; · Enter the help and operation method page, Microsoft will explain the related functions of Windows 7 in detail. (Windows 7 feature introduction: http://windows.microsoft.com/zh-CN/windows7/products/windows-7/features )
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8: Check XP mode support
If you find that some Windows XP programs are not compatible with Windows 7, or you want to continue using Windows XP programs, you can use the XP mode of Windows 7. XP Mode includes a free licensed version of Windows XP SP3 that runs in Windows 7's virtualization platform, Windows Virtual PC.
You need to pay attention to the following two points when using XP mode:
Only Windows 7 Professional, Enterprise and Ultimate editions have XP mode;
Computer processors need to support virtualization technology.
9:Ask a question
You're not the only Windows XP user upgrading to Windows 7, so you can ask other XP users for advice. Answers to related questions have been provided on the Microsoft Upgrade Choice Program page: http://www.microsoft.com/china/windows/buy/offers/upgrade-faq.aspx
10: Subscribe to Windows Vista and Windows 7 reports
Some websites regularly publish Windows Vista and Windows 7 technical reports, and interested users can subscribe to these services.
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