How To
Transfer Files Computer to Computer
This subject comes up quite a bit on the forums
and there are a number of good methods. Below are just a few that should get
most newbie users started in the right direction:
It's important to know the operating systems involved , processor
speeds, and whether they both have "Network Interface Cards", or USB
ports etc. It also makes a difference on "how much" information
you're trying to transfer. Remember that most of the installed programs will
need to be "reinstalled" on the new computer if you're going to us
them again. So, if you only have a handful of documents, or small pictures, to
transfer, transfer files with a floppy disk or a CD Writer, if available. Some
folks have done it by sending themselves, or a friend e-mail, then retrieving
it when the new computer is installed.
On the other hand, if the old computer has large amounts of
pictures, or other files, then you might want to network the two computers
temporarily so the data can be transferred quickly and easily. Here are a couple
of links on how you might choose to do that:
Direct Connection with a "Laplink" Cable
USB LinQ Link
Cable Networking
USB Cable Networking : Introduction
And by far the most efficient method, if both machines have a
network card installed, purchase a Cucusoft
iPhone/iTouch/iPod to Computer Transfer and simply connect the two
computers through the NIC's.:
Configuring Your Home Network
