How to upgrade from 32bit vista to 64bit vista and virus problem?

Question

i have a desktop with vista ultimate(32 bit) on it and want to upgrade it to 64 bit without losing all my files, programs, settings, etc. i have the retail version that came with both a 32bit disc and a 64 bit disc. is it possible to upgrade or would i have to do a clean install? i don't want to take any risks of losing my data and there is just too much to backup. also there is a virus on this desktop which is why i want to switch hoping that somehow it will get rid of it because i have used avg and windows defender but neither is able to remove it, they just keep on finding trojan files and bad cookies that the virus is creating. if anyone has any advice on how to remove the virus that would also be greatly appreciated!

Answer 1

Upgrading won't remove that virus.  Upgrading will give it the chance to do more harm to your computer because important system files are being installed at that time.

I would recommend using a trial version of an anti-virus rather than a free version just to remove the virus.

And for your install, as long as your CPU can handle it, you should be able to install the 64 bit.  You can do a dual boot too (Both 32 and 64 bit) if you have the hard drive space.

Answer 2

www.computerhelp.com Then go to the index and type "Virus 32 bit" It will have stuff you can play with until it's fixed. Goodluck.