Can I upgrade to vista without deleting my xp programs and files?

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Can I upgrade to vista without deleting my xp programs and files? I don't want to lose my programs/files downloaded, but I don't want to argue with remove them and reinstall later

Yes, you can perform an upgrade "On the spot" and all your personal data and software applications will be available in Vista (provided that they are compatible Vista).

As always, you should create a backup Image in XP before you begin the upgrade, just in case. Also check that you still have your XP product key. If this isn't the case, then use one of the below product key finders.

Also: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-vista/Upgrading-from-Windows-XP-to-Windows-Vista

-The key finder software product-

Here are some utilities, which will display your product keys:

Belarc Advisor: http://www.belarc.com/free_download.html
(He did a good job of providing a wealth of information.)

Also: http://www.magicaljellybean.com/keyfinder.shtml
and: http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/product_cd_key_viewer.html

Note: Also check the side of your PC case or at the bottom of the laptop for the
Key OEM code. If there is a sticker with the code, it will probably not
corresponds to what is displayed by the utilities mentioned above as OEM such as
Dell use an internal key code when they build your PC.

The key on the sticker code should be used with your Windows CD
(who came if everything goes well with your PC) If you need to reinstall Windows.

--------------------------------- Image Backup Software ---------------------------------------------

Acronis True Image 2011 - has a fully functional trial version of 30 days available.
(Note: install Acronis and then create a bootable media restoration/rescue CD before you start creating your first image backup)
http://www.Acronis.com/homecomputing/products/TrueImage/
The version comparison: http://www.acronis.com/homecomputing/products/trueimage/comparison.html
True Image User Guides and documentation:
http://www.Acronis.com/homecomputing/download/docs/

Free alternative:
EASEUS Todo Backup home V2
(Note: Todo Install, then create a diskette "emergency" before you start creating your first image backup)
http://www.TODO-backup.com/

J W Stuart: http://www.pagestart.com

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