Clone one computer from another

[n0nickrick]

Hello,

I have two XP laptops. One is on its way out fast and I really need to copy the harddrive onto another computer. I dont care about data loss from the computer I will clone, thats not important aty all. What is important will be ensuring that all the programs on the dying laptop are saved. Is it possible to clone from one laptop to another? What will I have to do to complete this? Many, many thanks for any replies.

 

[Hawkeye22]

Most laptops contain OEM versions of windows. It can't legally be used in another laptop. If it's a retail copy of windows, you will need to hang a USB drive off the laptop and clone the drive to it. Clonezilla and easeus backup are good programs to use.