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A time-saving shortcut for new-PC setups?

Posted on November 18, 2019 at 01:10 CST by Tracey Capen • Comment in the Forums

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By Fred Langa

What are the pros/cons of copying the entire contents of the “Users” folders to a new PC, en masse?

It’s a very fast way to move user data into a new PC, but what else might be going along for the ride?

Plus: Great resources for testing firewalls and routers, and is it safe to use a high-rated battery charger on a low-rated device?

Read the full story in AskWoody Plus Newsletter 16.42.0 (2019-11-18).

LangaList AskWoody Plus Newsletter, Device chargers, Firewall testing, Setting up new PCs, User files

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