Re: Using Windows XP on Another Computer

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From: steven darby (stevendarby_at_discussions.microsoft.com)
Date: 01/15/05 

Date: Sat, 15 Jan 2005 05:07:01 -0800

Whoops, just wanted to add that yes, I still have Windows 98 and also Windows
ME discs, so using the Upgrade disc for a clean install should be fine.
Thanks again!

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