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Operating System Installs

Installing or reinstalling operating systems can be challenging to say the least. It's easily the most complicated, and probably the most time consuming, software installation you can do.

No need to fear! These complete, screenshot-based tutorials to installing Windows will step you through the process quickly and painlessly:

How do I Perform a Clean Installation of Windows?

A clean installation is useful for fixing serious Windows problems. A clean install will erase everything from your computer. Learn how to perform a clean install of Windows.

How do I Perform a New Installation of Windows?

A new install of Windows is the kind of installation you perform when you're installing Windows on a new or hard drive. Learn how to perform a new install of Windows.

How do I Perform a Repair Installlation of Windows?

A repair installation is often an easy fix for serious Windows problems. A repair install will copy over Windows but keep your files. Learn how to repair install Windows.

How Do I Reinstall Windows XP Without Reformatting?

Instructions on reinstalling Windows XP without having to format your hard drive.

How To Clean Install Windows 7

A tutorial on how to complete a "clean install" of Windows 7.

How To Install Windows

Links to installation tutorials for Windows 7, Vista, and XP.

How To Install Windows 7

Complete walk-throughs of the various ways you can install Windows 7.

How To Install Windows Vista

Tutorials for the several different ways you can install Windows Vista.

How To Install Windows XP

Complete walk-throughs of the various Windows XP install methods.

How to Perform a Clean Installation of Windows XP - Part 1 of 4

After serious system problems it's often necessary to wipe your Windows XP system clean and start over from scratch. Follow this easy to understand, visual step by step guide to erasing Windows XP and performing a clean installation. Part 1 of 4.

How to Perform a Clean Installation of Windows XP - Part 2 of 4

Part 2 of 4 to performing a clean installation of Windows XP.

How to Perform a Clean Installation of Windows XP - Part 3 of 4

Part 3 of 4 to performing a clean installation of Windows XP.

How to Perform a Clean Installation of Windows XP - Part 4 of 4

Part 4 of 4 to performing a clean installation of Windows XP.

How to Perform a New Installation of Windows 7 - Part 1 of 2

If you're planning on installing Windows 7 on a new, empty hard drive then this guide is for you. Follow these easy to understand steps to install Windows 7. Part 1 of 2.

How to Perform a New Installation of Windows 7 - Part 2 of 2

Wait for Windows 7 Setup to Complete. This is the beginning of part 2 of 2.

How to Perform a New Installation of Windows XP - Part 1 of 3

If you're planning on installing Windows XP on a new, empty hard drive then this is for you. Follow this easy to understand, visual step by step guide and you'll be enjoying Windows XP in no time! Part 1 of 3.

How to Perform a New Installation of Windows XP - Part 2 of 3

Part 2 of 3 to performing a new installation of Windows XP.

How to Perform a New Installation of Windows XP - Part 3 of 3

Part 3 of 3 to performing a new installation of Windows XP.

How To Perform a Windows XP Repair Install (Part 1 of 2)

A complete walk-through of a Windows XP Repair Install.

How To Perform a Windows XP Repair Install (Part 2 of 2)

Second part of a 2-part tutorial on completing a Windows XP Repair Install.

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