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Thanks again for the answers. I'm new to nLite, but I like some of the features in it, such as changing the "Profile paths." But if I was to change it from "%SystemDrive%\Documents and Settings" to "%SystemDrive%\Users" Will that be ok? or is XP abit fussy about that?

Like I said, I tried nLite, but I keep getting file missing errors during the blue part of the install. All I do is slipstream SP3.

Thanks for the response. I did want to go into the legality just to be sure, but I didn't want to stray for my main query. I know about the various volumes as such, but I was more wondering on if they were any different? Such as if they contain the same structure. Basically are they all the same inside with differen't ways of install. I've tried using nLite, but I keep getting errors when I'm at the blue screen of install. Also, are these guys using nLite/HFSLIP to make their versions updated? EDIT: Also what does "Integrated" mean? Such as "SP2 Integrated?" Does that mean they basically it's an nLite version? All I'm trying to do is figure out which version is a legit retail copy so that I can use my own CD Key and never notice the difference apart from being "updated." So I'm trying to stay away from those warez releases.

Hello all. This is my first post so sorry if I sound like a total fool, and this might be a silly question, but please don't say 'Yes' or 'No', because I'm looking for a detailed answer so I can understand how it all works. Basically I see so many different releases by these various underground groups and when I try them to replace my orginal copy (that keeps getting out dated every day.) I always seem to see a difference. My question is; Are all XP builds the same? Can I download any old version to replace my outdated disk? Is it safe to do so? With SP3 released, can I download any old SP3 and will it be exactly like a retail SP3 on the store? P.S. I'm not sure if this illegal, but I'm not skipping any paths here by downloading an updated OS and using my own key. thanks.