202Chapter 12: Moving from Your Old Computerwww.gateway.comInstalling your old programsYou probably use some programs that did not come installed on your newcomputer, such as personal finance software, graphics programs, or games.Spend some time going through your old computer’s Start and Programs menus,making note of any programs you want to install on your new computer. Locateyour original program installation CDs and installation guides. Your originalCDs and guides should contain any serial numbers or product ID keys that maybe required for program installation and registration. Remember to check thepublisher’s Web site for important program updates.If you have trouble after installing your old programs, you can restore yourcomputer’s previous settings using System Restore.Tips & Tricks If your new computer comes with a newer version of aprogram, it is usually better to use the newer version thanto reinstall the old one.Help andSupportFor more information about restoring your computer’sprevious settings in Windows XP, click Start, then clickHelp and Support.Type the keyword System Restore in the HelpSpotSearch box , then click the arrow.