How to Upgrade from Windows Vista to Windows 7

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Tired of Vista, but feel you have to still use it? Well, why stick with Vista, when you can upgrade to Microsoft's new release, Windows 7? Follow these steps to join the Windows 7 rave. The first 4 steps are optional, but strongly recommended.

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      • If you have a 32-bit version of Vista, you can only upgrade to a 32-bit version of Win7. If you have a 64-bit version of Vista, you can only upgrade to a 64-bit version of Win7. To find out which one of these you can upgrade to, go to Control Panel>System and look at System Type.
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      • If you use a fingerprint reader or another biometric device to access your computer, write down your password before upgrading, for you will need to log on using your password when you first log on after the upgrade.
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      • You need to be connected to the Internet during Windows 7 installation to install the updates; however, you can still install Windows 7 without them.
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