mazuren :
I'm going to do a new build, and I have access to a free legitime windows 7 upgrade. To minimize costs I'm going for that option. This requires some windows to be installed first. I'm thinking about downloading a cracked windows XP or Vista, and then upgrading to a legal windows 7.
1. What will be the drawbacks of an upgraded OS?
2. What will the difference be if upgraded from XP or Vista?
Thank you
Draw backs --
Draw back 1 if you upgrade from 32-bit OS you must keep 32bit -os windows xp 32 bit is better then windows 7 32-bit because there is no preformance gain, and xp uses less resorces.
Draw back 2.. Upgrading from another OS is always slower then a clean install. period.
Differences. ---
I don't think its to smart to upgrade from XP because your stuck with 32-bit , also upgrading from vista results in slower preformance.
If you upgrade from a "cracked" copy it is still pirating and therefor not legal.
IF you don't have more then 4gb of RAM keep the windows XP, but if you have more then 4gb RAM (EG 6gb+) go for windows vista x64 - > windows 7 x64.
I am a certified professional. I do not recommend pirating software because that's stealing.