Windows XP cannot be directly upgraded to Windows 7. However, there is a way to install Windows 7 on a computer that has Windows XP. See the next FAQ item for instructions. Vista can be upgraded to Windows 7. The upgrade paths are listed at http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/dd772579%28WS.10%29.aspx.

There is a set of step by step instructions at http://www.trainsignaltraining.com/upgrade-xp-to-windows-7/2009-09-24/. UW Information Technology does not endorse this site, nor guarantee the results of following these instructions. The link is provided as a courtesy for students who may want guidance in upgrading their computer. Students are responsible for upgrading their own computers. Remember to back up your files.

Go to http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=2B6F1631-973A-45C7-A4EC-4928FA173266&displaylang=en. You will need to have a genuine copy of Windows XP to download the software.