oziexplorer from windows XP to windows 7

Thanks "Esarby" for your prompt response.
Sounds good.
Cheers, The nugget.

I was recently in a similar situation and that Easy Transfer system is a load of crap. Only copied a 1/3 of the files across and did not copy Oziexplorer across. I had to reload Ozi and enter the serials and codes etc - works OK on a 64 bit Win 7 system.

Garry

Thanks Garrycol,
I have just done some followup and there are references to 32 and 64 bit Win 7. Nothing is going to happen for awhile. When I have bought a new laptop and carried out the transfer of all data I will let all know how it went.
Thanks to all for their input very much appreciated.
Cheers, The Nugget.

Thanks "Get out more" for your prompt response.
Cheers, The Nugget.

get outmore.

Whatever you transfer to another computer. it will ask for the password or the product key. This is to prevent pirating. Always keep your Product Key and Password in a safe place. I can be very expansive when your Computer gives up the ghost. A lot of programs can be downloaded at no cost as long as you have the Product Key.

Hi esarby ,
This is one reason why I have an external drive 1TB. To keep all this kinda stuff on, and back up once a week.
Also having my own web site, i can store information in a secure folder on their servers, I know most people don't have the choice to do this, but most ISP's have some amount of free space that can be used for this. To keep Keys or product codes.
Using a File transfer program, Eg Filezilla makes life easy.

Hey nugget,
I have Ozi on both the home computer(XP) and the Laptop Win7, I store files on the External drive so I can share between the two.I also copy these to my site foe storage as well, which means I ncan access them anywhere I have Internet access.
I works for me.
Hope that helps.

Sorry about the typo's.
It must be getting close to beer time.

Thanks for the tips Hairs & Fysh (that sounds a dangerous concoction).

Storing on my desk top is a good idea. Cheers & beers, The Nugget.

Hi Hairs. I am not to deep into IT but most of us would love a 1TB to store every thing on. I was just trying to advise the nugget on his problem. I back up on Norton so I do not have the problem any more. Cheers.

esarby,
I learnt ages ago to do a backup regularly, nothing will lasts for every.
They are getting cheaper, I think i paid under 100 bucks, with backup software for mine.
yeah, Norton's does a good job of it.`

When Win 98 went to XP, then when XP went to Win7 I felt the same for a while but gradually got used to the changes and then appreciated the improvements.

I know what you are saying.

But why do we HAVE to change! And at OUR cost! What if the tool you have suites your purpose. Why have you got to buy a new one and spend time learning a new environment. Beats me. It is like cars. Why change if you are happy with the old one. Or is it a "keep up with the Jones" fashion thing. Then again if I buy a new car I get a GPS, rear view camera and even blue tooth. What if I do not want a GPS or even a rear view camera. Why do I have to pay for it. I don't even use a mobile phone let alone blue tooth.

That's why I use XP and will try to stay with it. I do realise that one day if I ever get a new PC then things may change and XP wont work on it. Okay then I will change. But I like the one I have now. Luckily I do not want a laptop do the desktop will be fine for quite a few year yet.

A bit like the wooden handled and nicely balanced hammer that I have been using for years. It fits my hand and style nicely. Just like a glove

Each to their own.

Phil

Thanks for your reply vk1dx, but my faithful Dell gave off a burning smell and stopped operating. I did say it was 6 years old but checking back I purchased it in Nov 2004. Considering it sat under the seat, travelling the Talawana, Rudal river national Park, parts of the CSR, Gibb River rd etc, it has performed remarkably well.
I have had it checked out and the parts maybe available but the guy I use for my computers who is very good by the way, said it will cost a bit to have it fixed and it is a bit of a dinosaur and for around $450 I can get a good laptop to suit the purpose. All my maps, files, photos and data can be retrieved so that is all good.
The unfortunate part about technology is that it changes daily and it will be the death of mankind. Look at the speed cameras, for a few seconds of indiscretion you get pinged for 5ks over the speed limit.

THANKS to all those who have responded to my query. Over the next couple of weeks I will get it all together and let you know how it went.
Cheers, The Nugget

No worries Nugget

No PC's or laptops in the car. I wouldn't trust them to hold up. The home desktops are Dell also. Not that there is anything wrong with Dell though.

We cannot afford ruggardised computers for the car. We will leave that to the grand old Defence Dept. And we don't want, nor own, laptops, ipods/ipads or whatever. Leave them to the younger generations who believe they will die without a phone or the like plugged into their ears.

We have an indash WinCE based unit for navigating and entertainment and that suits us. As well as a bunch of maps. Remember them!

Take care.

Phil

Dell laptops were subject to a recall back around 2004/5, batteries i believe overheated and caused fires.

Inspector whatever your name is

99.99% of electronics can break down. But they would have to go a long way to beat Dell after sales service.

Whats your point?

Phil

Hi Garry, I have a looked on the net at a GPS 7" screens one in particular with 4GB approximately $129. But in doing that, I still come back to the laptop with my on dash 8" touch screen. It has never been a problem until now and also good for downloading all our photos and looking at them at night around the campfire after tea having a tinny or three. Taking all info on board I will however try and keep using windows XP as all my data is running smooth and and it sounds like I may have a few issues with Win 7.
Thanks - Nugget

During the first week I had the new laptop I was going to wipe the hard drive and instal XP about a 100 times but I did not - as some else said you do start to get used to it and it does have a lot of good stuff and will force me to update some other stuff.

I believe (and have not tried it yet) that Win 7 can be made to emulate XP to run old stuff - as said not tried so if someone can enlighten that would be great.

Garry