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Installing your old programs
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Installing your old programs
You probably use some programs that did not come installed on your new
tablet PC, su ch as personal finance so ftware, 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 tabletPC. 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
tablet PC’s previous settings using System Restore.
Tips & Tricks If your new tabletPC comes with a newer version of a
program, it is usually better to use the newer version than
to reinstall the old one.
Help and
Support For more information about restoring your tabletPC’s
previous settings, tap Start, then tap Help and Support.
Type the keyword System Restore in the Help and
Support Center Search box , then
tap the arrow.