I'm getting a new PC and I'm unsure about the best method to transfer my files from my current one. I considered using a hard drive cloner but I'm worried it might mess up the drivers since I'm also upgrading to Windows 11 and switching to Nvidia. I do have a hard drive enclosure that I used before to upgrade my current hard drive, so I'm thinking about using that to avoid opening up the new case.
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Another easy way to transfer files is by setting up a network shared folder. This allows you to copy files over Wi-Fi without needing to physically move any drives.
If you're not planning to keep your old machine, a simple solution is to take the drive out and put it in your enclosure. You can then easily drag and drop files to your new PC as needed.
Using a baremetal image is a solid option. If you just take the drive from your old PC and install it in the new one, most of the time, you won't face any major driver issues.
You could also consider doing a Windows backup and restore. This way, you can create an image of your old machine and then upgrade it to Windows 11. If you run into any issues, you can always start fresh by formatting the new drive.
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