Copying Files From XP to Windows 7
Walt answers readers’ questions on transferring files from Windows XP to Windows 7, viewing Internet videos on a TV, and more.
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Transferring a Windows Media Music File to iTunes
Here are a few questions I’ve received recently from people like you, and my answers. I have edited and restated the questions a bit, for readability.
Is there a way to transfer a Windows Media music file to iTunes?
If the Windows Media file is copy-protected, typically because you bought it from an online store [...]
New Trends in Docking-Station Design
Walt answers questions about traditional docking stations, software for removing a hard drive’s partitions, and alternatives to an iPhone calendar.
Getting a New Windows Computer With XP
Walt Mossberg answers readers’ questions about how to get a new Windows computer with the XP operating system, small portable radios, and the functions of MailBug.
Do Macs Last Longer Than Windows PCs?
Walt Mossberg answers questions about how long a computer “lasts,” copying photos from an iPod to a computer, and compatibility between versions of Microsoft Office.
Moving Photos off a Cellphone
Walt Mossberg answers questions about transferring photos from a cellphone to a computer, avoiding identity theft and Vista security features.
Potential Vista Compatibility Issues
Walt Mossberg answers questions about transferring files between an old and new laptop, protecting against Windows viruses on a Mac, and installing updates to Vista.
When to Stay With Windows
Walt Mossberg answers questions about staying with Windows, free AOL email and transferring music in iTunes to a new computer.
Uninstalling Leopard on a Mac
Walt Mossberg answers questions about downgrading from Leopard to Tiger on a Mac, finding “easy listening” music on iTunes and why new slim laptops don’t have FireWire ports.
Exporting Information From AOL
Walt Mossberg answers questions about exporting favorites and other information from an AOL account, uninstalling “craplets” from PCs, and more.
Displaying Song Lyrics on an iPod
Walt Mossberg answers questions about viewing lyrics on an MP3 player, Kodak’s photo software, and deleting personal files from a computer.
When Your Computer Starts Up Slowly
Walt Mossberg answers questions about a computer that is slow to boot up, software that allows users to run Windows on a Mac and the risk of using WiFi for sensitive communications.
Tuning a Mac for Real-Time HDTV
Walt answers questions about watching high-definition television in real time on a Mac, the future of Palm’s Treo, and remote desktop control.
A Hard Drive Warning From an Old Computer
Walt answers questions about computer hard drive failure, running virtual machines on a Macintosh, and diagnosing slow startup times.
Creating Files for Older Versions of Office With the 2007 Edition
Walt answers questions about creating files with the latest version of Microsoft Office that users of older versions can use, moving Outlook contacts to a Macintosh program, and reinstalling Windows XP.
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