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The two are the same product. The upgrade requires a previous registered (e.g. legal) copy of Windows XP or Vista. The full version, which costs more, can be installed without needing to verify a previous version.
Generally, the full version is needed for (new) computers being sold at retail, while the upgraded version is bought for computers which already have (legal/registered copies of) Windows XP or Vista installed.
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Is Windows 8 free?
There is a trial which is free, but the actual version will cost you. However, it is a lot cheaper than Windows 7, and is even cheaper is you upgrade from Windows 7.
Is the Windows 7 Professional Upgrade really better for a home PC than the Home Premium Upgrade?
It offers more business features which are great to have if you have any financing or business transactions you do.
Can Windows XP be upgraded to Windows 2000?
No. Windows 2000 is older than Windows XP, and thus it is not an upgrade.
Is sandboxie better than windows defender?
I think anything is better than windows defender.
How do you install Windows 2000 on a PC running Windows NT?
Best way is to copy off the files you want, then format the drive and install WIndows 2000 from scratch. It always works far better that way than to try to do an Upgrade from one OS to another.
Is windows 07 better than xp?
I am using Windows 7 now and its much better than xp
What are two features of upgrading Windows 2000 to Windows XP?
Windows 2000 applications and settings are kept and Windows XP upgrade is quicker than a fresh new installation of XP.
Is windows 7 OEM better the a windows 7 upgrade?
Windows 7 OEM Editions don't come in pretty boxes like Windows 7 Full Retail does, nor do they come with any manuals or documentation. The software found on the disc is the same as the one found on the Full Retail copy. The only real difference is that OEM Software cannot be returned once opened, and there are no exceptions. OEM Software is also tied to the motherboard it is first installed on, which means if you ever wanted to change your motherboard because you were upgrading your computer, you would have to buy a new version of Windows, because the one you have is only going to work with that motherboard, unlike the full retail version which can be transferred to a new computer; OEM versions cannot be transferred. So, when asking if OEM is better than the Windows 7 Upgrade; technically, OEM can only be used on one motherboard and the upgrade can only be used on one Windows 7 that is already activated, and once you use the upgrade, it's no longer useful anymore. I would have to say that the OEM is definitely better than the Windows 7 upgrade, because you can at least use the OEM more then once in case something ever happens with your operating system plus the upgrade is only good if you have a Windows 7 already installed.
Shoul'd i upgrade to 8.1?
If you already have Windows 8, you should upgrade to 8.1 as it offers the latest features and is viewed as more user friendly than previously. If you do not already have Windows 8, look at the changes from previous versions of Windows to Windows 8 and decide if its right for you; many people still prefer Windows 7.
Is windows 8.1 good?
Windows 8.1 is more stable than Windows 7 because it comes with more security features and with Windows Defender as default antivirus. However, in order to have a better user experience, I recommend to have a computer or a laptop with at least 8 GB of DDR 3 memory installed.
What is better to have windows xp or windows vista?
Windows XP is better. Vista is a better at running games, but it is slower and more problematic than XP
Is it legal to install your windows 7 free upgrade on a different computer than the one it was free for?
sure
