How to upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 8

Windows 8 is out! In this tutorial we will upgrade our Windows 7 machine to Windows 8 in just a few simple steps!


Requirements:

In order to proceed you'll need a copy of Windows 8 and an existing installation of Windows 7.

Step 1. Insert the Windows 8 dvd and run it, a windows 8 window will appear.

Step 2. Check "Go online to instal updates now (recommended)" and hit "Next". The installer will now get the latest updates.

Step 3. Enter your product key and hit "Next", read the license terms, check "I accept the license terms" and hit "Accept". Choose which files you want to keep and hit "Next". After a few minutes the "Install" button appears, click "Install".

Step 4. Wait, a while. The installer will now upgrade your Windows 7 machine to Windows 8. This can take a very long time depending on your hardware.

Step 5. Enjoy! Your machine is now upgraded to Windows 8.