Re: Windows install - off topic

On 02/24/2010 02:16 PM, chris morris wrote:
> Hi Rose - I think you may find that your XP serial# will only work with
> _your_ XP CD.
>
> Its no problem installing a SP1 or earlier version of XP, the service
> packs can be downloaded separately from MS and installed on top of the
> fresh (old) XP install.
> It would be advisable to download them using a less vulnerable PC
> (linux) and save them to a USB key or such.
> Then you can get your XP PC up-to-date before going online with it.
>
> chris

OK thanks.  Have been reading about something called slip streaming, 
which involves copying XP to hard drive, downloading sp3 and combining 
them.  But I think your idea is a good deal simpler!!

Oh - do Need all 3 packs or does 3 have everything?

Thanks
Rose

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