Transfer iTunes account to a new Computer ?

[wtcoppersmith]

If I buy a new PC, can I transfer my iTunes account easily from the old one to the new one? How does one do this?

 

[sjleworthy]

Your 'account' is held online, not on a pc. You can login and use any computer you want (up to 5 at once I think).

Just install iTunes on your new computer, plug your device in and off you go. All you then need do is make sure your iTunes library is accessible.

 

[wtcoppersmith]

Is my iTunes library also really held online?

 

[sjleworthy]

Not yet

 

[wtcoppersmith]

So how would I transfer the Apps and music from my iTunes library on the old PC to a new PC?

 

[Mickey330]

Here is a very informative, step-by-step article outlining how to move iTunes accounts to another computer: Transferring your iTunes Library | iLounge Article

I've used it to transfer my iTunes account from a Windows XP machine to one running Windows 7 (64-bit) with zero troubles.

It also has some good tips on maintaining a clean and healthy iTunes account. Again, very informative.

Marilyn