XP upgrade Windows 7 data transfer related issues

  

Due to work or personal needs xp upgrade to win 7 is an inevitable trend, but the upgrade is upgraded, how should the files in the xp system be transferred? This is a problem that many people think about. Whether upgrading from XP or Vista to Windows 7, file transfer is always a problem. Wall Street Journal columnist Dr. Mo organized an answer to the reader's question on the matter.

Q: Both my wife and I have a laptop with a Windows operating system installed, so our documentation is available on both computers. We used an external hard drive that needed to be connected to the computer for backup, and we couldn't figure out where the file was stored. Is there a solution for file sharing that keeps my files, my wife's files, and backup files in sync?

A: Network drives from several vendors can be wirelessly paired. The computer is backed up for file sharing. One of the things I have tested recently is the My Book World Edition from Western Digital. Another option is to use a web-based synchronization service. My favorite is SugarSync from Sharpcast.

SugarSync automatically and almost instantly synchronizes files in folders you have selected on multiple computers, and also backs up those files to a password-protected network account. SugarSync starts at $5 for a 30GB file, or $50 a year, and is more than 30GB. The company offers a free 2GB account and a 30-day free trial for a larger account. You can find more information on sharpcast.com.

Q: I have used the Windows operating system for many years and now I want to switch to a Mac. However, every article I read said that even with Windows-compatible software, Quicken can't run on a Mac, at least not very reliable, and I rely heavily on Quicken. Is this the case? A: The Quicken for Mac is less functional than the Windows version, and the file format used is different. For many users, importing Windows Quicken files is a cumbersome and flawless process. Quicken's manufacturer, Intuit, promised to launch a new and better Mac version of Quicken early next year, which is said to solve these problems, but I haven't tested it yet, so I can't confirm what they say.

However, in my regular tests, the Windows version of Quicken worked fine on Macs running Windows and related software. This is true whether I use Parallels or Fusion. These two softwares allow you to run both Mac and Windows programs on your Mac. I also use Boot Camp when the Apple operating system is turned off. Boot Camp can convert a Mac computer to a Windows computer.

Q: I plan to buy a new computer after the launch of Windows 7 in October, and replace the old Compaq computer running Windows XP. Is there a problem with transferring files to a new computer?

A: You should not have too many problems with your personal data files. Microsoft built an Easy Transfer program to transfer personal files to a new Windows 7 computer. However, Microsoft's programs will not transfer your programs. So, you need to reload all the programs, which means you have to find your own installation disk or installation files and reload all the updates that have occurred in the past few years. LapLink is committed to selling a piece of software that is said to automate the entire process, including the transfer of programs so you don't have to be reloaded. However, this software has not yet been released, I have not tested it in the Windows 7 environment.

Through the above question and answer examples, everyone should be aware of the process of transferring files or methods. Maybe your situation is different from theirs, but basically the principle is the same, so there are problems in this area. Users should take a good look.

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