There are two options to upgrading from Windows 2000 to Windows XP. The first is to “Upgrade” the current installation of Windows 2000 by installing the new OS over the existing installation. The advantage to upgrading is that the applications and settings that have accumulated through the years of installing, using, and tweaking will be carried over into the XP installation.
Then, how do I start Windows XP on Windows 2000?
Turn on the computer (restart if it is already on) and boot to Windows 2000 or Windows XP. When the screen displays the text Starting Windows, for Troubleshooting and Advanced Startup Options for Windows 2000, press F8, press the F8 key on the keyboard.
What are the different versions of Windows 2000?
Unlike NT, which had just two versions (Workstation and Server), Windows 2000 came in five different versions: Professional, Server, Advanced Server, Datacenter Server, and Small Business Server. Interface-wise, all versions incorporated features from Windows 95/98, which made for a more sophisticated look and feel.
Pentium 133-MHz processor (Windows 2000 Professional supports either single or dual processors.) 32 MB of RAM (A minimum of 64 MB is recommended.) A 2-GB hard disk with at least 650 MB of free space 12x CD-ROM if you are installing Windows 2000 using the CD-ROM (This is not necessary if you’re installing over a network.).
Windows 2000 vs windows xp?
The IDG test center has presented their performance tests for Windows XP versus Windows 2000. Their tests as well as others, reveal that under most circumstances Windows 2000 is faster than Windows XP. The results are coming in rather consistent if disturbing.
Should I buy a Windows 2000 or XP PC?
At least with 2000 and XP, you get good support for hardware. XP still has video driver troubles in some cases. But, for the most part, it’s a pretty good OS. I bought a low end box for my parents – 1 Ghz PIII and 256 MB of RAM. With Windows 2000 Pro it pretty much zips along. XP with all its new functionality, would be happier with 512 MB of RAM.
While I was writing we ran into the query “Is Windows XP better than Windows 95/98?”.
This is what my research found. from the end user’s standpoint, XP was a faster and better-looking version of Windows than either Windows 95/98 or Windows 2000. (It also was a lot more reliable than the failed Windows Me.).
How do I install Windows 2000 on my computer?
After choosing a file system and preparing the hard drive, you are ready to install Windows 2000. To begin the installation, insert the Windows 2000 CD in the drive and turn the machine on. The computer’s BIOS should be set to boot using the CD-ROM.
What is the product key for Windows 2000 installation disk?
This ISO comes from a real Windows 2000 Installation Disk that I made into a ISO file.
You may be wondering “How do I set up Windows 2000 on a partition?”
The chosen answer is you can press [Enter] to set up Windows 2000 on the highlighted partition. You can also create a partition in the unpartitioned space by pressing C, and pressing D will allow you to delete the selected partition.
Does the help desk support Windows xp/2000/xp/Vista?
NOTE: Windows 95/98, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Vista are no longer supported by the Help Desk. We can only provide best effort support. If we are unable to resolve your Windows 9x/2000/XP/Vista issue, you may be able to find help in Microsoft’s Knowledge Base. These products are no longer actively supported by Microsoft.