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- Watch the calendar. The RC will expire on June 1, 2010. Starting on March 1, 2010, your PC will begin shutting down every two hours. Windows will notify you two weeks before the bi-hourly shutdowns start. To avoid interruption, you'll need to install a non-expired version of Windows before March 1, 2010. You'll also need to install the programs and data that you want to use. (Learn more about installing Windows.)
- Protect your PC and data. Be sure to back up your data and please don't test the RC on your primary home or business PC.
eh.. i'll pass... if i could install it and leave it be.. then sure.. but looks like a year from now i'll have to do it all over..
If it were a normal PC, you'd be in better shape, but with a Dell, you'll spend hours tracking down all the Dell-specific drivers. After spending hours on the phone with tech support, you'll develop a racist prejudice and wish the complete obliteration of India.
I've got a few OSes if you want. Win 3.1, Win 98, Win ME, Win XP media, Win XP Pro, Win XP Pro 64-bit, Win Vista Home and Win Vista Ultimate 64-bit.