How to Install Windows 7 on Your PC
- 1). If you are upgrading and have a previous operating system installed, back up your important files to external media.
- 2). Turn your computer on and insert the Windows 7 disc.
- 3). Press any key when prompted to boot from the CD.
- 4). Click "Install Windows," "I accept the license terms" and then "Next."
- 5). Click "Custom." Select the empty partition you want to install Windows to. If you are upgrading, select your existing operating system, click "Format" and then click "OK." Then click "Next."
- 6). Follow the remaining onscreen settings to set your personal installation preferences. Click "Finish" at the end to finish the installation of Windows 7.
- 7). If you backed up files in step 1, copy them to the new folders such as "Documents," "Pictures" and "Movies" as appropriate.
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