new computer

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hello,can someone help.i have just got a new computer.the thing is it has xp
home on it.the new computer has xp home on it.i would like to transfer all my
software,games,all the stuff on old computer onto my new computer.can i do
this easy or is it hard.thanks

 

[Carey Frisch [MVP]]

You'll have to install your programs using the original
installation media. Then you can use Windows XP's
Files and Settings Transfer Wizard.

Using the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard in Windows XP
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/setup/expert/crawford_november12.mspx

List of Programs Whose Settings Are Migrated When You Use
the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;[LN];304903

HOW TO: Set Up a Direct Cable Connection Between Two Computers in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;305621&Product=winxp

Cables That Are Compatible with Direct Cable Connection
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;310576&Product=winxp

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Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
Microsoft Newsgroups

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| hello,can someone help.i have just got a new computer.the thing is it has xp
| home on it.the new computer has xp home on it.i would like to transfer all my
| software,games,all the stuff on old computer onto my new computer.can i do
| this easy or is it hard.thanks