Laplink PCMover Pro

Editor's Review

Laplink PCmover Professional is a unique operating system migration utility that lets suers transfer their entire system to a new machine with very little effort. After installing the program the old and new computers, the software handles the rest, completely automating the data transfer process. In fact, the software automatically decides which setting and program files need to be transferred, bringing only the necessary files unless otherwise specified by the user.

This software is especially useful for users that would like to bring th functionality and software of their previous computer to their new machine.

The software is compatible with nearly all versions of Windows, from Windows 95 to Windows 7 and anywhere in between. The utility is also compatible with virtually any kind of data transfer and storage device, including the Windows Easy Transfer Cable, Laplink USB and parallel cables. Users can also choose which Windows user accounts they'd like to transfer, even selecting only one of desired. During the user account transfer process, all information regarding that user account, including file access permissions are preserved.

Perhaps one the most interesting unique features of the software, is it;'s ability to migrate a Windows operating system to a Intel based Mac running Boot Camp, Parallels, or VM Fusion. Users can also transfer their operating system form a 32-bit to a 64-bit effortlessly. The user is guided through the entire migration process by a plethora of simple instructional wizards that use a series of questions to establish program preferences.

The Laplink Pcmover utility migrates the entire operating system, including user preferences, browser settings, all forms of multimedia, all forms of documents, all program files, all software, and all operating system design preferences such as the background and menu theme settings. With this utility, users can buy a new, more powerful PC, yet keep all of the functionality and software they have amassed over the years on their previous computer.

Due to it's compatibility with nearly all personal computers, the software has quickly become the most popular operating system migration utility in the world. Aside from it's compatibility the software is also extremely flexible, letting users select specific file types for transfer for smaller migrations and data transfer tasks. The utility also provides a simple method of upgrading Windows on the same machine with it's user-friendly upgrade utility.

Unlike other data transfer utilities, the entire process can be reversed at any time with a click of the mouse, having no absolutely no detrimental effects on the operating system. The software lets users choose from three transfer methods: Network (using a router), Laplink USB cable (fastest method), or removable Media (External Hard Drive or disc).

Laplink Pcmover Professional: What We Liked

A user-friendly wizard guides users through the entire migration process, even presenting various options along the way.

The software is compatible with all versions of Windows, and can even migrate the Windows operating system to a Mac that is running Boot Camp, Parallels or VMFusion.

Can transfer a 32-bit operating system to a 64-bit operating system.

Laplink Pcmover Professional: What We Didn't Like

A single license only allows for one migration. To perform more migrations the user must purchase new licenses.

Laplink Support

Support for all of Laplink's products can be found at the Laplink online support center. There users can find information regarding Laplink's five main software lines; Pcmover, PCsync, Laplink Everywhere, Laplink Gold, and PDAsync. Users can also access a plethora of helpful resources, including a FAQ section, a comprehensive knowledge base, and one on one online technical support. To find a specific help topic, users can use the advanced search functionality.

About Laplink

Laplink is the global leader in PC connectivity software, specializing in the development of software that lets users migrate, share, synchronize, transfer, and remotely access computer data. Since it's inception in 1983, Laplink has amassed a customer base of more than 15 million. Aside fomr data migration software, the company also specializes in peer-to-peer online software as well. Laplink is headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, USA.