How to Upgrade From Windows XP to Windows 8
If you have Windows XP and want to upgrade to Windows 8, you need to know about the different paths. Windows XP users will lose all of their software and settings during the upgrade, while Windows Vista and Windows 7 users can upgrade to Windows 8. You must have at least 20GB of free disk space on your computer to perform the upgrade. There are also minimum system requirements for Windows 8. The processor needs to be compatible with the new version.
The Windows 8 Upgrade Assistant will help you through the process. Basically, you will need to restart your PC after you click on the upgrade option, which will install Windows 8. You will also need to set up your Microsoft account and SkyDrive cloud storage to begin the upgrade process. When the upgrade process is complete, you can choose whether to keep your personal files or delete them.
The Windows 8 upgrade process is very easy to follow. The Upgrade Assistant will check your PC for compatibility issues and remove any programs that aren't compatible with Windows 8. Once it is complete, you will need to enter your product key so it can upgrade your PC. Once Windows 8 is installed, you can customize your PC by choosing a color theme and selecting a name for your PC.
Once your PC is upgraded to Windows 8, you'll need to reinstall any applications that you previously installed on it. However, if you've been using Windows 7 applications on your computer, they should work just fine in Windows 8. You can check compatibility through Microsoft's Compatibility Center.