New Mac Book Pro - Keeping Software On Older Mac


i getting new mbp, however, have software on older mac on new mbp. there anyway able use/transfer programs if 1 has registered them online? or new computer require new installation disc , serial? anyway can install w/o original discs -my installation discs @ parents home on east coast, moved west coast , don't have them me. can have them send them me, if older computer registered, can register new one?

after buying new mbp, can not afford go out , buy software again! software concerned having work/school:


microsoft word

final draft

final cut pro


in advance!!
 

time machine.

have got leopard on older mac. absolutely best way transfer software, time-machine on external hard drive.

if running leopard create time machine back-up. when switch on new machine given options, 1 of restore time machine back-up. transfer applications , data. carry licences across, there not need reregister applications.... it's brilliant!
 


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