Dual boot, how to transfer programs and files from one XP installation to another?

Due type virus problems and the inability to get things working properly after I finally removed them, I tried to repair windows xp by using the disc that came with the computer (Systemax). Apparently, I managed to rInstaller windows xp pro with the new version under windows.0 and the old version under windows. The new windows.0 boots and is beautifully, and I can find with my old programs and data files. Unfortunately, none of the old programs seem to be accessible. I can reinstall most of them, but what a chore. I can not even the old windows at startup (it literally takes over half an hour) and many programs take a long time to come, if they. Virtually unusable.

What can I do to have access to the previous programs using the new installation of windows xp pro, so I can simply remove the old windows entirely or at least not do it as an option whenever I start.

Thank you

(better known under the name of Brian) buzzstar

* original title - two Windows xp pro on drive, no partition, but one that doesn't work not correctly must the programs, and the 'good' version besoin.*

Hello

It seems that you have made a parallel installation on the system (installed a new operating system on the same partition), we recommend only if a person has to back up files/data that is present on the system.

You cannot transfer programs in this way and we do not recommend you to have two operating systems on the same partition. I suggest you to save files which and records that are important and then do a format clean installation of Windows XP on the system.

Unfortunately, you need to install the programs on the system in order to to use.

I suggest you to check the article mentioned below.

How to install or upgrade to Windows XP

http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/978307

Thanks and regards.

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