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Windows ME going to the bone yard
Looks like I am being forced to upgrade from ME to something else (can't file
my own taxes this year). I would like to send faxes from home and play games without getting messages about my graphics card needing a new driver. This computer was donated by the local college (Katrina survivor), had Windows XP, drive died, put in new one, got Windows ME. Question is: What would be the least expensive, and easiest way to do what I need ? |
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Windows ME going to the bone yard
geminifly wrote:
Looks like I am being forced to upgrade from ME to something else (can't file my own taxes this year). I would like to send faxes from home and play games without getting messages about my graphics card needing a new driver. This computer was donated by the local college (Katrina survivor), had Windows XP, drive died, put in new one, got Windows ME. Question is: What would be the least expensive, and easiest way to do what I need ? About your only option is to purchase a Windows XP Home Upgrade package, which should be around $100, and install it. Your existing Windows Me will qualify you to use the upgrade version. Good luck Ron Martell Duncan B.C. Canada -- Microsoft MVP (1997 - 2006) On-Line Help Computer Service http://onlinehelp.bc.ca Syberfix Remote Computer Repair "Anyone who thinks that they are too small to make a difference has never been in bed with a mosquito." |
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Windows ME going to the bone yard
Besides Ron's suggestion - and depending on how much you are prepared to
'have-a-go', you could always try downloading the 'latest' WinMe compatible driver (probably free of charge) from your graphics card manufacturers web site (a Google search should find it) If you don't know the make and model of your graphics card, you can determine its details by downloading Belarc Advisor http://www.belarc.com/free_download.html which will give you an audit of your computer, including hardware. If you are able get the graphic card drivers, 'Remove' the old one ones first using Device Manager in Safe Mode, re-boot and when asked, direct the installation process to your freshly downloaded drivers. Good luck Mart "geminifly" wrote in message ... Looks like I am being forced to upgrade from ME to something else (can't file my own taxes this year). I would like to send faxes from home and play games without getting messages about my graphics card needing a new driver. This computer was donated by the local college (Katrina survivor), had Windows XP, drive died, put in new one, got Windows ME. Question is: What would be the least expensive, and easiest way to do what I need ? |
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