Although many users prefer a clean install of Windows 8, others want to jump right in and do an in-place upgrade to keep their settings, documents, and programs. This time, Microsoft has paid more attention to details and made upgrading from Windows 7, Vista, and even XP really easy.
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How to dual boot between Windows 7 and Windows 8 [Step by Step]
If you've already spent countless hours configuring your current system to your liking and have a lot to lose by doing a fresh install, I've put together this comprehensive step-by-step guide tutorial on how to upgrade to Windows 8 from the current version of the operating system you may be using. I also recommend that you read through this previous article which explains everything you need to do before proceeding with the installation.
In this new version of the operating system, Microsoft is making sure that every user can upgrade. The upgrade path now includes: Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7 through Windows 8; however, there are some limitations depending on which version you are upgrading from. Read on to learn more about the upgrade options available:
During the upgrade, no files are updated. Instead, a fresh copy of Windows 8 is installed, followed by the supported action (from the list above).
