Chapter 2. Before You Install or Upgrade

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This chapter explains some things you should do before attempting to install Windows XP Professional or upgrade your current operating system to Windows XP Professional. Some of the topics discussed in this chapter may seem obvious, but it never hurts to make a list and check off each item when performing something as major as an operating system install or upgrade. By taking the appropriate steps upfront, you lessen the chance for something to go wrong, and you can also prepare a back-out procedure for recovering your ...

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