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For most applications, you can install them in the exact same way you would on Windows XP. For applications that don't work, even with other compatibility mode settings on, you can use XP Mode.
For step-by-step instructions on how to download and install Windows XP Mode and how to use it see related links.
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How can you change from Windows 7 to Windows XP?
If you have Windows 7 Professional, Enterprise, or Ultimate you can install Windows XP Mode. Or if you want to downgrade you can do a clean install of Windows XP with an installation disk.
Can you install Windows 7 with Windows xp?
Yes, you can but you have to install Windows 7 in another partition.
Can you install windows movie maker xp on Windows 7?
If you are running Windows xp mode on Windows 7 professional, ultimate, or enterprise
How do you turn Windows 7 back to xp?
Downgrade it, you can use a Windows XP install disk to undo the Windows 7 one.
How do you get rid of Windows 7 and get xp?
If you have perform a Custom install from windows xp to windows 7. You can speak to a technical support at 1 800 936 5700. They will guide you in reverting back to windows xp using windows.old folder in your computer. However, If you have perform a clean format install, then, Install windows xp using windows xp installation disc...
Legacy application does not install in window 7?
Older .exe files are not going to work with windows 7. You can use Virtual PC to run applications working under windows xp but not working under windows 7.
Do you need a valid copy of Windows XP to install XP mode for Windows 7?
There is no need to have a copy of Windows XP, as Windows XP Mode (which is a feature part of Windows 7 Professional and Ultimate) comes with a fully licensed version of Windows XP with Service Pack 3. A step-by-step instructions on how to download and install Windows XP Mode for Windows 7 can be found at related links section of this question.
How do you install xp on Windows 7?
Dual boot
How do you downgrade from Windows 7 to Windows XP?
You would need to buy Windows XP and install it on your hard drive to replace Windows 7. However there are programs that can run a simulator of XP while running Windows 7.
Can Windows XP and Windows 7 be installed on the same partition?
It is not possible to install any Operating System next to another on the same partition. To dual-boot Windows 7 and Windows XP, first install Windows 7, and while in the partition manager, delete all partitions and create one for Windows 7 and one for Windows XP. Then install Windows 7 to it's partition. Then install XP to it's partition. You should now be able to boot either Operating System. Note: You must install XP after Windows 7 as the Windows 7 installation wizard would want to upgrade XP. WARNING: This will erase all of the data on your hard drive. Be sure to back up all of your files before installing anything.
How do you run Windows 7 in XP MODE?
Windows XP Mode comes part of Windows 7 Professional and Ultimate. To use Windows XP Mode, you need to download and install Windows XP Mode, which is a fully licensed version of Windows XP with Service Pack 3. You also need to download and install Windows Virtual PC, which is the program that runs virtual operating systems on your computer.When you install a program in Windows XP Mode, the program becomes available for use in both Windows XP Mode and Windows 7To download and install Windows XP Mode1. Go to the Windows XP Mode and Windows Virtual PC website, and then click Get Windows XP Mode and Windows Virtual PC now.2. Under Select your edition of Windows 7 and desired language for installation in step 2, click the Select system drop-down list, and then click the edition of Windows 7 you're currently running.3. Click the Select language drop-down list, and then click the language you want to use.4. Under Download and install Windows XP Mode, click Windows XP Mode.To find out which edition of Windows 7 you're running, click the Start button, right-click Computer, and then click Properties. The edition of Windows 7 you're running is listed under Windows edition (and 32-bit and 64-bit information appears under System, next to System type).5. Click Open to install the program immediately; or click Save to save the installation file to your computer, double-click the file, and then click Run. We recommend clicking Save and keeping the file on your computer in case you ever need to reinstall Windows XP Mode.6. In the Welcome to Setup for Windows XP Mode dialog box, click Next.7. Choose the location for the virtual hard disk file that Windows XP Mode uses, or accept the default location, and then click Next.8. On the Setup Completed screen, click Finish.A step-by-step instructions on how to download and install Windows XP Mode for Windows 7 can be found at http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/install-and-use-windows-xp-mode-in-windows-7#section_3After you've installed XP Mode, the video at http://www.microsoft.com/showcase/en/US/details/b39ae680-5e17-4efe-bbac-e0901113e42bexplains how to install your older applications.
What feature included with windows 7 Enterprise will allow legacy applications to run at the same time as other windows 7 applications?
Xp mode
