Transferring from Macbook (2008) to Macbook Pro (2013). What is best way to transfer?

What is the best method of migrating from Macbook (2008) to Macbook Pro (2013)?

If you have a backup then use that. If not, then make a backup you can restore from.
Otherwise, connect both computers to your local network and transfer your data using File Sharing.

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http://macchampion.com/arbysoft/
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http://homepage.mac.com/toad.hall/.Pictures/Forum/BatChmod.png
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