folder copying

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Discussions about folder copying on WindowsForum.com cover the practical steps and potential pitfalls of moving folders between computers, especially when dealing with system directories like Program Files. Users ask whether simply copying and pasting folders from an external drive to a new computer will work, particularly when sharing a computer with separate user accounts. The recurring theme is the need to understand file permissions, user account separation, and the risks of copying program folders that may require proper installation rather than a direct file transfer. The tag reflects real-world troubleshooting around folder migration and data portability in Windows environments.
  1. avanwhy

    Windows 7 Can I just paste compied folders onto a new computer?

    I am now sharing a computer with someone (we each have our own User Account). I copied all of my folders/documents that were under the Program Files folder on my previous computer onto an external drive. Can I now just copy those folders and paste them under the Program Files folder on the new...
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