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Can anyone tell how to migrate files and programs like windows easy transfer wizard from an old w...


G+_Gehric Barreau
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I don't know of any automated tools. Last time I reinstalled windows, I did clean installs of all the programs (takes a little time, but worth it) then manually copied the application folders over from my appdata folder. That restored probably 90% of what I needed.

 

Most of the applications I use can be installed from Ninite.com - worth checking out if you haven't already.

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Clean install, install apps clean, then copy over data is usually the best way not to bring over the cruft of an old system.

Personal tweaks are usually the big bugger for me.

 

Why does it have to be identical?  Is it for someone else you rather not do follow up support for?  (I can understand that completely )

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A bit more work, but perhaps clone the drive then upgrade to Win10?

 

I understand the software without installer issue... Makes for a real pain. You can try copying the folder over from Program Files, Appdata, etc; but there's often DLLs missing too.

 

Depending on the software, you might be able to contact the developer and get an installer if you can prove you have the license.

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