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Note:: End of support for Windows 98 and Windows Me
It stands to reason Windows 98 works best as a new
install on a new computer, one that isn't weighted down with a couple years worth of
orphaned DLLs and Registry entries.
Important! (as with any operating system installation)
Before you start it is recommended that you turn off or disable all running programs,
screen savers and virus protection.
(It's always a good idea to backup your data first!)
Windows98 install:
It has a great setup program.
Once you’ve created the Emergency Disk and hit the "Okay to start installing
Windows98" button you can safely go away. If you come back 30-45 minutes later, and
all has gone well you will be looking at the Windows 98 desktop, all ready to work with.
Setup will now do all the rebooting required, it was quite a surprise to see my PC reboot
itself in the middle of anWin98 install!
It will also give you quite a good estimate of the time remaining in minutes.
Windows98 will merely update you current system. A format is NOT
necessary.
It is a safe upgrade for most and it will provide you with updated files and drivers.
Windows98 should be compatible with all Windows95 programs.
Windows 98 also has another great feature called an "Automatic Updater." It will
automatically check Microsoft for updates and fixes and will automatically download them
for you.
Note: Be careful with this one because some systems, such as
Dell, Toshiba and a few others use specific proprietary drivers and "Automatic
Updater" will install the wrong ones and could crash or make your system unstable.
Check with the manufacture before you do this.
There also have
been a few reports of upgrade problems on some laptop computers.
Brand Names: Dell, Toshiba and IBM.
If you own one of these brands call your manufacture and get the necessary drivers and
fixes before you upgrade!
Note:
End of support for Windows 98 and Windows Me
Published: January 18, 2006
June 30, 2006 will bring a close to Extended Support for Windows 98, Windows 98 Second Edition, and Windows Me as part of the Microsoft Lifecycle Policy. Microsoft will retire public and technical support, including security updates, by this date.
Existing support documents and content, however, will continue to be available through the Microsoft Support Product Solution Center Web site. This Web site will continue to host a wealth of previous How-to, Troubleshooting, and Configuration content for anyone who may need self-service.
Here=> http://support.microsoft.com/gp/hublist
Microsoft is retiring support for these products because they are outdated and can expose customers to security risks. We recommend that customers who are still running Windows 98 or Windows Me upgrade to a newer, more secure Microsoft operating system, such as Windows XP, as soon as possible.
Customers who upgrade to Windows XP report improved security, richer functionality, and increased productivity.
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