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It’s impressive that modern versions of Windows can even run Windows 95 programs at all, given that the Windows 9x series was based on DOS and Windows XP and later versions of Windows are based on the Windows NT kernel — they’re completely different operating systems under the hood.
Will Windows 95 programs work on XP?
That said, if you decided that you have, indeed, supercharged that Windows 95 machine to the point it can handle Windows XP, you will be glad to know that Windows XP comes with a compatibility wizard that will sense when you try to run a Windows 95-only program after XP is installed on an older machine.
How do I upgrade from Windows XP to Windows 95?
How to Upgrade Windows 95 to Windows XP 2003
- Back up all information and files you want to keep. …
- Open the CD drive and insert the installation disc into the computer. …
- Power up the computer. …
- Read through the license agreement and press “F8” to agree to it.
