Transfering files from old computer

[krip2454]

My poor eight year old PC is starting to feel the pace and it is time to look for a new one. Obviously, I need to transfer lots of my current files onto my new PC.
Is there some way that I can copy all these files to a remote server and then once I have my new PC, transfer said files to the new computer?
It seems very long winded having to copy everything onto disc/stick and then to transfer them all.
Please do not flood me with technical talk as being a "silver surfer", I can handle most computer jargon thrown at me, but there is a limit. Plain English would be appreciated.
Thanks for reading me.

 

[TriplexDread]

Build your new system using a new drive

Add your old drive as secondary (making sure you boot from the correct one) and transfer over at your own leisure


no jargon, just simplicity

 

[EvanDavis]

Build your new system. Go bye a USB Enclosure. Insert your old drive in there. Copy files over to new PC. Now you also have the bonus of a portable USB drive.

 

[krip2454]

Doh !!! The simplest is usually the most obvious. Thanks for pushing me in the right direction.

 

[muckshifter]

you will probably need to take ownership of them also ...