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Chapter 12: Moving from Your Old Computer

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You probably use some programs that did not come installed on your new 
computer, such as personal finance software, graphics programs, or games.

Spend some time going through your old computer’s 

and 

 menus, 

making note of any programs you want to install on your new computer. Locate 
your original program installation CDs and installation guides. Your original 
CDs and guides should contain any serial numbers or product ID keys that may 
be required for program installation and registration. Remember to check the 
publisher’s Web site for important program updates.

If you have trouble after installing your old programs, you can restore your 
computer’s previous settings using System Restore.

If your new computer comes with a newer version of a 
program, it is usually better to use the newer version than 
to reinstall the old one.

For more information about restoring your computer’s 
previous settings in Windows XP, click Start, then click 
Help and Support.

Type the keyword 

System Restore in the HelpSpot Search 

box 

, then click the arrow.