New computer transfer

I used the Apple recommended method to transfer my iTunes library from my old computer to the new..and now, every single one of my songs has an exclamation point next to it. All of the songs were mine and legally obtained from CDs or the iTunes music store. Can anyone offer some help? Thank you.

I have the same problem you had with the exclamation points after tranfering my songs to my new computer. I used a travel drive as I was directed. It's driving me crazy! I've tried various things only to have some songs turn okay; but then other ones that were okay, got the It's too bad that Apple isn't more helpful with the situation because I can see that I am not the only one with the problem. Please HELP me!!! I haven't been able to plug my ipod to my computer because I don't want it to absorb the problems. It sure would be nice to add songs to it, but it's too risky right now.

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