Please read my “ How to Upgrade from Windows XP to Windows 7” and “ Upgrade from Windows Vista to Windows 7” articles for more information on those paths. This article will focus on a fresh installation of Windows 7. Even if you’ve got an existing Windows XP/Vista OS on your computer, I would strongly recommend that you format it and install a fresh copy of the OS. It’s sometimes referred to as a clean installation for that reason.Īs always, a fresh installation is much better and I strongly recommend taking that track. Custom (“fresh” installation) – This option replaces your current version of Windows with Windows 7, but doesn’t preserve your files, settings, and programs.Upgrade (In-place upgrade) – This option replaces your current version of Windows with Windows 7, and keeps your files, settings, and programs in place on your computer.Type of Installationīasically, there are 2 approaches to installing Windows 7: Also, you cannot use an existing 64-bit version of a previous OS to perform an in-place upgrade to a 32-bit version of Windows 7. Note: Either way, you cannot use an existing 32-bit version of a previous OS to perform an in-place upgrade to a 64-bit version of Windows 7, and you’ll need to format and install a fresh copy. Most programs designed for the 32-bit version of Windows will work on the 64-bit version of Windows, and if they don’t, you can always use Windows XP Mode (read my “ How to Install Windows XP Mode on Windows 7” article). So if you plan on using Windows 7 on a computer with more than 3 GB or RAM, I would strongly suggest to use the 64-bit version. Basically, the 64-bit version of Windows handles large amounts of random access memory (RAM) more effectively than a 32-bit system. The Windows 7 installation disc package includes both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows 7. You need to decide whether to install the 32-bit or 64-bit version of Windows 7. Internet access (to activate and get updates).Support for DirectX 9 graphics with 128 MB memory (to enable the Aero theme).Our next episode, “Polaris Inc., and Microsoft Teams- Reinventing how we work and play” will be airing on Oct. You can watch any episode at your convenience, find resources, blogs, reviews of accessories certified for Teams, bonus clips, and information regarding upcoming live broadcasts. Stephen & his guests comprised of customers, partners, and real-world experts share best practices of planning, deploying, adopting, managing, and securing Teams. “Inside Microsoft Teams” is a webcast series, now in Season 4 for IT pros hosted by Microsoft Product Manager, Stephen Rose.
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