How to Change computer to sync with

It is time for me to scrap my old PC. I have a new PC now.
I have 3 iPhones, 2 i touches and an iPad dependent on iTunes on my old PC
How do I successfully m,ake the change over to my new PC?
Thanks!

You need to copy your iTunes folder from your old computer to your new one.  In addition, any pictures and contacts that you want saved should be transferred as well.
Remember, the iPhone CANNOT by design be used to shuttle data from one computer to another.

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