How do I change the main home sharing computer?

I just got rid of my PC and got a Mac.  My main computer for home sharing on iTunes was the PC...how do I change it over to my Mac for home sharing with my macbook and apple tv?

If you are completely taking the PC off line, go into iTunes first and deauthorize the computer. This doesn't really have anything to do with Home Sharing, it's just a good thing to do when you're eliminating a computer that was part of your iTunes ecosystem.
Home Sharing will follow your Apple ID. Presumably you will be on the same WiFi Network. So, get the itunes library moved to your Mac, Set up iTunes on your Mac with the same Apple ID. In iTunes, acitivate Home Sharing form the iTunes Advanced Menu. Enjoy.

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