just to let u know I have upgraded IN-PLACE from xp to W7 using laplinks PC mover - for a novice like I followed the instructions to a "T" and all worked the only issue I had was that I had a warning that my H/D was not large enough - butwent ahead any way and may have lost s few drivers in the process - but otherwise this is great little program for $19.95 - every one said it could not be done, but Laplink has proved them wrong - pass it on - I wil lbe back for a few more questions later if I may