Windows 7 - student discount: is this legit?

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Jul 22, 2010 | 04:11 PM

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Llamaguy

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Upgrade can install on top of existing OS, full will wipe for fresh install.

No .edu email :sad:

Win 7 upgrade disk allows for a fresh install, it only requires that you have a valid Vista or XP install loaded with you put the disk in.

Jul 22, 2010 | 04:14 PM

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jconeab

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so what's the benefit of a full install over just an upgrade?

can i make do with just an upgrade, don't really do much tech stuff. and school's offering it for free :shrug:

Jul 22, 2010 | 04:23 PM

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Llamaguy

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Originally Posted by jconeab

so what's the benefit of a full install over just an upgrade?

can i make do with just an upgrade, don't really do much tech stuff. and school's offering it for free :shrug:

Benefit would be you don't have to keep a copy of XP disk and key around for the next time you wipe your computer and reinstall windows.

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