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[quote name="Weyoun Voidbringer"]<a href="http://www.enduserblog.com/2009/07/stuff-to-know-before-jumping-from-windows-xp-to-windows-7.html">http://www.enduserblog.com/2009/07/stuff-to-know-before-jumping-from-windows-xp-to-windows-7.html</a> [quote]First of all, the upgrade from Windows XP to Windows 7 requires a clean installation, which mean PC users must back up their data before installing Windows 7, then restore their data and reinstall their applications afterward. In contrast, in many situations, the shift from Windows Vista to Windows 7 can be done "in place," which preserves data, applications and settings.[/quote][/quote]