JerryTyrrell290
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I have this home built computer that I really want to upgrade to Windows XP. Currently the machine has Windows 2000 and Linux on it. I want to get rid of linux and format the hard drive. I want to wipe the whole thing before I put XP on, but I have a few problems/questions.
1. If I wipe everything and put the XP disc in will it run the disc automatically when I turn it on and let me instal XP?
2. When I do get XP installing I was told that it will ask me about partitions, could someone tell me what those are and what they are used for. I think I have to get rid of the old ones and make new ones, but why would I need more than one if I am going to have just one OS on it?
3. If anyone has any input I am desperate, or if you just have some useful tips that would help me I would really appreciate it. Thank you.
1. If I wipe everything and put the XP disc in will it run the disc automatically when I turn it on and let me instal XP?
2. When I do get XP installing I was told that it will ask me about partitions, could someone tell me what those are and what they are used for. I think I have to get rid of the old ones and make new ones, but why would I need more than one if I am going to have just one OS on it?
3. If anyone has any input I am desperate, or if you just have some useful tips that would help me I would really appreciate it. Thank you.