Chapter 10: Moving from Your Old Computer
Installing your old programs
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 Start and Programs 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.
Tips & Tricks | 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. |
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If you have trouble after installing your old programs, you can restore your computer’s previous settings using System Restore.
Help and For more information about restoring your computer’s
Support 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.
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