If you've already purchased Windows 7 and need help upgrading, you can get help from a local computer service provider or can follow our step-by-step instructions, which will guide you through the entire process.
If you're thinking about purchasing Windows 7, you can either buy a new PC that comes with Windows 7 or upgrade your current PC.
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Upgrade your current PC If your current PC can run Windows 7, you can upgrade it. Note that you can use upgrade media, but you must perform a custom installation of Windows 7, which doesn't keep any of your files, programs, or settings.
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