Did you know that upgrading from Windows XP to Windows 7 requires you to erase your hard drive before you can upgrade? Doesn't sound like an upgrade to - more like a fresh install. Sure, you can back up your programs, files and settings first and then transfer them back. But all your applications will be nuked and you'll have to reinstall them (plus all updates). Again, sounds like a fresh install to me.For testers, this shouldn't be a problem since fresh installs should always be done before you start testing. But what if your testing objective is to follow the same upgrade path as an end user might follow? That end user is most likely going to save programs, files, settings, and applications, and then restore them after the install. Consequently, you'll need to test for that installation use case. It's going to be a hassle either way, but at least there's a tool that can make it somewhat easier. And it's available until October 22nd for only $15. It's called PCmover Windows 7 Upgrade Assistant from Laplink Software Inc.
If you're interesting in finding out more, here's a video from WSJ's Katherine Boehret who reviewed the product:
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