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« on: June 25, 2003, 04:18:59 AM »
I have windows 95 and i was wondering if i can upgrade to windows98 by simply inserting a windows 98 restoration cd. :miffed:  
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« Reply #1 on: June 25, 2003, 08:24:25 AM »
In a word: no.

You'll need the proper install disc, not a restoration/recovery disc.

What type of computer have you got (processor)?
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« Reply #2 on: June 26, 2003, 03:11:44 AM »
Sad its a 300 processor i want to upgrade but i havent had time. Sad  
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« Reply #3 on: June 26, 2003, 10:53:13 AM »
I would buy a new PC - Get Windows XP on it, brand new (Though not necessarily top of the range) Processor... a Good 1.2 gig P4 Computer can be scooped for ~£500, maybe cheaper. Look around for good deals.

Fact of the matter is, if you plan to upgrade a 300 processor, you'll have major problems (Similar to my 433 Celeron PC, which resides in my room) - You will have to replace Motherboard, Power pack, Processor... nearly the whole damn PC, and it will come out more expensive than just buying a new one.
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« Reply #4 on: June 26, 2003, 11:27:41 AM »
Light! Don't get a P4 or you'll be paying twice as much for barely any improvement.

You can get a decent 1.2GHz Duron system for under £300...

But yeah, if you can afford it you should upgrade to WinXP.
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« Reply #5 on: June 26, 2003, 08:51:56 PM »
guess ill just buy a new instead of upgrading. Cheesy  
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