Moving from your old computerwww.gateway.com129Installing your old programsYou probably use some programs that did not come installed on your newcomputer, such as personal finance software, graphics programs, or games.Tips & TricksIf your new computer comes with a newerversion of a program, it is usually betterto use the newer version than to reinstallthe old one.Spend some time going through your old computer’s Start and Programsmenus, making note of any programs you want to install on your new computer.Locate your original program installation discs and installation guides. Youroriginal discs and guides should contain any serial numbers or product ID keysthat may be required for program installation and registration. Remember tocheck the publisher’s Web site for important program updates.Help & SupportFor more information about restoringyour computer’s previous settings, clickStart, then click Help and Support. Typethe phrase system restore in theSearch box, then click the arrow.If you have trouble after installing your old programs, you can restore yourcomputer’s previous settings using System Restore.
