How do I upgrade Win 3.1 to Win 98?
Question
i want to load windows 98 over ms-dos 3.1
Answer
This question was answered on May 2, 2005. Much of the information contained herein may have changed since posting.
Verify that you have enough hard drive space for windows 98
Delete files in the recycle bin and temp directories
Run SCANDISK or CHKDSK/F
Run a current version of anti-virus software to check for viruses
Save your AUTOEXEC.BAT and CONFIG.SYS files
Check AUTOEXEC.BAT and CONFIG.SYS for potential problems
Disable any Terminate and Stay Resident programs
Decide if you want to use FAT 16 or FAT 32 for your hard drive
Reference: Enhanced A+ guide to managing and maintaining your PC
Author
Posted by Ian of Chandler-Gilbert Community College on May 2, 2005
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