Merge user account

HI,
I just got my first mac, (a MacBook Air). I used the windows migration assistant to transfer my files from my old PC to my new mac. It took 4 days, but finally finished, and all the files I wanted are in huge mac. However, the files are on a new user account. Now I have two accounts on my computer. I'll be the only person using it, so it's really annoying to have to switch between them. How of I merge accounts or move the files from one account to the other (without spending 4 days waiting for files to move)?
i tried doing some internet searches but found info that was for older versions of the operating system or used too much tech speak. Anyone have a simple answer?
Thanks!

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hi,
it's a little old but i found this thread: http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=1279027.

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