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Upgrading to Windows 8.1 FAQ

Updating to Windows 8.1: FAQ

Covering:

  • How do I update to Windows 8.1?
  • How much does Windows 8.1 cost?
  • Can my PC run Windows 8.1?
  • Will I be able to keep my files, settings and apps?
  • Is Windows Media Center included in my update?
  • Will I be able to play DVDs after updating to Windows 8.1?
  • Can I change my language when I update?
  • Can I update from a 32-bit version of Windows to a 64-bit version of Windows 8.1?
  • How do I buy a physical DVD?
  • How do I get help?
  • Can I go back to my old operating system?

Updating to Windows 8.1: FAQ

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Comments

  • Anonymous
    October 20, 2013
    What about winhlp32?

  • Anonymous
    October 20, 2013
    Sorry Yuhong, what is your question

  • Anonymous
    March 26, 2014
    Hi, I am on Windows XP, which I understand is about to expire. I want to download windows 8.1  but I cannot find enough information. Such as, it says download and use free for 90 days.. Well what then ? Is it going to cost a lot of money ?? I wish Microsoft could fill in the blanks. ty.