Getting Windows 8 on a computer that has Windows 7


  1. BinkerNate
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    Getting Windows 8 on a computer that has Windows 7


    As stated in the topic, I have a computer with Windows 7, but now with Windows 8 out (and possibly better than 7 unless otherwise) is it possible to uninstall 7 and install 8, or is it a no or does it depend on the computer itself?
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  3. Brink
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    Hello Nate,

    Usually a PC that can run Windows 7 can also run Windows 8.

    You could either upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 8, or clean install your upgrade copy of Windows 8.

    Upgrade Install from Windows 7 or Vista to Windows 8

    OR

    Clean Install with Windows 8 Upgrade

    Hope this helps, :)
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