Yerby56, Before making a decision on what operating system to upgrade to, users should check the minimum system requirements to install Windows 7 or Windows 8.  Next, go to the Windows Compatibility Center where it can be determined what applications and devices would be compatible with Windows 7 and Windows 8. Note what ejn63 says about upgrading; there are no upgrades from Windows XP to Windows 7 so it will have to be a clean installation and the samegoes for going from Windows XP to Windows 8. Also, in regards to MicroTest’s post, it looks like your laptop should do fine with a modern operating system (Windows 7 or Windows 8) assuming you have similar hardware configurations. One more thing to keep in mind is the Windows XP End of Support date which is April 8, 2014.  After this date there will no longer be any security updates, non-security hotfixes, free or paid assisted support options or online technical content updates. Another resource to consider is the Springboard Series on TechNet which contains articles and videos to assist with your operating system migration as well as manage your new environment once it is in place. A recent Springboard blog post written by Stephen Rose covers more about what end of support means and has many helpful links to the free tools you will need to migrate from Windows XP to a modern operating system, whether it be Windows 7 or Windows 8.   Mike Windows Outreach Team – IT Pro  
I have an Inspiron 1545 laptop with windows XP Pro O.S. Please recommend the O. S. that the laptop can be upgraded to. Thank you
Upgrade the O.S. of my 1545 laptop