Converting pirated OS to legitimate OS

[Abhijit Mirajkar]

Hi,

I recently bought a second-hand PC from a friend. I didn't pay much
attention to the legitimity of the OS at that time.
However now I see that it's pirated one :-( I would really like to
have a legitimate OS.

As I like Windows XP, I want to but one. However I want to know if I
can retain all my programs and settings and still upgrade it? Or do I
have to remove my current OS (probably by formatting) and reinstall
all the applicatinos again?

Please suggest.
Thanks,

Regards,
Abhijit

 

[Carey Frisch [MVP]]

You'll have to purchase a new "Full Version" of Windows XP Professional
and perform a "Repair Install" using the new Windows XP Pro CD and Product Key
that comes with it. (You cannot simply change the Product Key)

How to Perform a Windows XP Repair Install
http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/XPrepairinstall.htm

--
Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User

Be Smart! Protect Your PC!
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/protect/default.aspx

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| Hi,
|
| I recently bought a second-hand PC from a friend. I didn't pay much
| attention to the legitimity of the OS at that time.
| However now I see that it's pirated one :-( I would really like to
| have a legitimate OS.
|
| As I like Windows XP, I want to but one. However I want to know if I
| can retain all my programs and settings and still upgrade it? Or do I
| have to remove my current OS (probably by formatting) and reinstall
| all the applicatinos again?
|
| Please suggest.
| Thanks,
|
| Regards,
| Abhijit