It is possible to copy programs, but there are registry entries that would be needed to be created, and many common files are located in the Windows directory and would have to be found and copied also. It is usually easier to just install the applications on the new machine. Do you have the MS Word program install files on the Recovery Disk? If not, you need to find out how your vendor provided for your MS Word program. If the Recovery Disk does have it, there should be some sort of install routine to lead you through the process. Peter ------------------ The NoSpin Group [log in to unmask] -----Original Message----- I bought a new computer which has Windows XP installed. My old one has Windows 98. I'd like to copy my Microsoft Word program from the old one to the new one but I don't know if I can since the OS is different. Is it possible to install it to the new system from the Recovery Disc of the old one or either to copy it to a disk and then put it on my new one? If so can you please tell me how to do it. Thanks in advance. Nancy PCSOFT maintains many useful files for download visit our download web page at: http://freepctech.com/downloads.shtml