Upgrade or reinstall

[Paul Kaplan]

I don't think it's possible to upgrade from 5.11 to 7.10.   However, I always 
prefer a clean install since I customize a lot anyway.  I've never had a 
problem with a dual boot install since 6.06.

After backing up your important data and configuration files, I recommend 
using the Alternate Install disk rather than the Desktop one.  When you get 
to the partitioning step, if you can, save your Windows and /home partitions 
(you did set up a separate /home partition, yes?), but go ahead and reformat 
any other partitions.

When it comes time to install Grub, the installer should auto-detect any other 
OSes (including XP) on the disk (and give you a choice to locate others).  
You can always edit /boot/grub/menu.lst later.

Just read the questions carefully before selecting OK during the install and 
you should be fine.
Paul
On Wednesday 24 October 2007 1:20:37 am Don Freeman wrote:
> I currently have Ubuntu 5.11 installed on a dual boot PC with win Xp. I'd
> like to upgrade to the newest ver 7.1. The Linux files can be blown away
> but the windows cannot. Last time I tried a reinstall I messed up the MBR
> and had to repartition and reformat. CAn someonetell me how to get to where
> I want to go without messing up my windows setup?
>
> Thanks