Have you tried copying the files to a CD and read them on the eMac? On Sat, Jan 17, 2009 at 12:13 PM, Jeffrey Engle <[email protected]> wrote: > > The machine: A performa 550 (This is the dark ages for me, so bare > with me) Got text files on it from a software program of the time > (what software would they have used back then?). I need to transfer > these files and open them on my eMac? How in the blazes do I do this? > I don't own the computer and so far have only talked to the gentleman > on the phone and he's not very "literate" on his machine either.. > whew! this could be a lost cause.... I originally though that a > printer cable would at least get the doc's printed, but that doesn't > solve the problem when he gets that "newer" mac and needs to transfer? > I think I'll need a floppy drive for the eMac too? Ideas... > > Jeff Engle > Kamiah, Idaho 83536 > > 208-935-0992 > eBay ID: Bluebedheads w/290+ pos. feedback > > > > >
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