Uninstall first or install over?

Hi,
Is it best to uninstall 7.0.1 before installing iPhoto 08 or should I just install it over 7.0.1?
Thanks

My real concern in uninstalling was that I might lose any of the associated libraries containing music, podcasts, etc.
Under normal circumstances, an uninstall/reinstall doesn't touch your content. (That being said, it's still always a good idea to maintain a current backup at all times in case of disasters of any sort.)

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