5 posts and columns on Easy Transfer

A Windows to Help You Forget

in Personal Technology on October 7, 2009 at 6:02 pm PT

Walter S. Mossberg calls Windows 7 a boost to productivity and a pleasure to use — Microsoft’s best operating system yet.
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Keeping Files In Sync

in Mossberg’s Mailbox on September 9, 2009 at 3:02 pm PT

Keeping files in sync for two laptops, using Quicken on a Mac, transfering files to a new PC with Windows 7.

Deciphering Windows 7 Upgrades: The Official Chart

in Mossblog on August 4, 2009 at 8:09 pm PT

Over the past two weeks, I’ve explained some of the challenges and limitations that will be involved in upgrading an existing Windows XP or Windows Vista PC to the forthcoming Windows 7 operating system, due out October 22. Several readers asked me to publish a chart showing which current versions of Windows could be easily upgraded to which planned versions of Windows 7, and which couldn’t.

For Some, Move To Windows 7 Will Be Tough

in Personal Technology on July 22, 2009 at 6:02 pm PT

While Microsoft’s Windows 7 stresses simplicity, the upgrade process will be anything but simple for consumers using XP.
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Good Ways to Pack Up And Move Your Files Into a New Computer

in Personal Technology on February 15, 2007 at 12:01 am PT

After buying a new computer, migrating your files and programs from your old machine can be quite a hassle. Walt looks at the quickest, simplest methods for handling this problem. (Video)