Since Microsoft is stopping support for windows XP, novice wishes to save
what he can from my current 'outlook express' (especially folders and their
contents if possible) and transfer to a windows 7 system which he will
install on the same computer.

I have access to another lap top if its easier to temporarily store files on
there. Also I have the emails in outlook.com from which I can access my
emails if necessary.

So is it possible to transfer folders and their contents *simply* from
outlook express to somewhere for 'easy' recovery please? Thanks.