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tifo - 30 Dec 2003 20:12 GMT

Can I use a Win 98 "Start-up" disk (that came with a new
computer with Win 98 installed) to install the Win 98
program in another computer that's currently has Win 95
installed, or do I need to purchase the Win 98 program?

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citylinker2002@yahoo.com - 31 Dec 2003 00:56 GMT

>-----Original Message-----
>Can I use a Win 98 "Start-up" disk (that came with a new
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>you need a 98upgrade or win me to upgrademe costs about

90 pounds cant get 98upgrade microsoft dont support it any
more you would have too wipe your hard drive format it
then load 98 dont ask me how to do it im just learning
hope that was of some help

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Jeff Richards - 31 Dec 2003 19:32 GMT

You need to have a copy of W98 for every computer you use it on. A start up
disk is used only to get you to a DOS prompt so you can do the install using
a W98 installation CD. You may be able to buy a W98 upgrade at eBay or at
the on-line computer software stores. You need the retail version, either
full retail or upgrade retail - either will do an upgrade. Avoid the OEM
version as it is not designed to be used as an upgrade.
--
Jeff Richards
MS MVP W95/W98

> Can I use a Win 98 "Start-up" disk (that came with a new
> computer with Win 98 installed) to install the Win 98
> program in another computer that's currently has Win 95
> installed, or do I need to purchase the Win 98 program?

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