Tom Ferguson wrote:
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> I suggest you first install XP as a dual boot arrangement with Vista.
> There are instructions from various sources on how to do that. Do a
> Google search. In particular, make sure it details how to install XP
> after Vista. The best way to dial boot the two is to install XP first so
> make sure you have the right set of instructions for your situation-XP
> _after_ Vista. Also, do consider Malke's suggestions.
>
> E.g.
> http://apcmag.com/5485/dualbooting_vista_and_xp
>
> If, after a while, XP is working well, you can delete the Vista
> partition and set up XP as the only system. There are instructions for
> that, too. That's a good suggestion, Tom. I also wanted to add that the OP could
look into doing virtual computing (Virtual PC 2007 or VMWare) if he just
needs to run a few apps in XP. This gets around the drivers issue
(depending on the apps of course).
Malke
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