Transferring Apps from XP to Win 7

[owenkkkk]

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I'm setting up my No.1 daughter with a new Win 7 PC, and am in the process of transferring her XP stuff to the new PC. Things have gone well, so far. Have been using an 80 GB USB H/D and have successfuly transferred her Thunderbird and
Firefox e-mails, addressbook, bookmarks etc. using Mozbak. Next stage is to set up a non-administrator account for the G'son. How can I trasfer his applications and games over as I don't know where the install devices are - family breakup amd I don't want to go begging. So any help here would be gratefully appreciated.

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Have come to my senses and realised I'm not doing the Great North Run any more. An age related decision!

 

[tapir]

Generally you'll need the installation files, as not only do you have the application files (eg in the program folder) but also other components are installed (eg into windows folder), not to mention Registry entries, etc etc.

In some cases you can copy entire program folders - in absence of the installation files, copy what you have and see what happens. If the games are running on Steam, you can back the save files up and copy them pretty easily

 

[SparkoJon]

You can always copy the contents of the user folder - then browse through to see where the installation/files came from - rather than begging. Some can be downloaded, some you will need install disc etc for.

Another thing would be to take advantage of the remote assistance feature in MSN - use this to transfer files via internet or home network using either a crossover cable (to connect 2 pc's) or patch cable (via a switch).

OR Stick the new drive into the PC and copy the files over using explorer...