P J wrote:
> "Jed" <zyzygy@plenipôtentiary.com.invalid> wrote:
>> Since it is the release candidate, fresh install is the only option.
>>
>> When you decide to move to Windows 7, I would recommend getting
>> Acronis Backup (or equivalent), back up your important data and
>> applications, do a fresh install of W7, then restore your data and
>> applications.
>
> I have and use Acronis for partition backups but moving apps from a
> backup to a new Win7 installation is not as simple as you make it
> appear. An installed app has files in different directories, plus
> registrry entries. Those things are not as easily transplantable as an
> original app install with the usual installation wizard. Copying over
> HP-provided special drivers that operate the webcam, touch pad and other
> special laptop hardware is likely just as or more complex. At least
> that's how I visualize it.

Applications really are not meant for migration to a new OS, although
MSFT should allow you to transfer profile specific application data &
settings.

So far laptop drivers have NOT been an issue with W7 in the HP and Dell
I tested (all were present and installed).

Keep in mind that MS knows it has to hit it out of the park on this one.
But time will tell.