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Windows 8 Consumer Preview install guide: from setup tool to partition (screenshots)

A step-by-step guide on how to install the Windows 8 Consumer Preview onto a new partition on your PC.

A step-by-step guide on how to install the Windows 8 Consumer Preview onto a new partition on your PC.

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