Windows
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Everytime MicroSoft rolls out a new operating
system, there are software problems. The release of Vista
was no exception. We've attempted to help with some of these
issues by providing the following suggestions.
The advent of Windows 7, allowed most of us to kick Vista
off our machines for good! But, for those of you who are trying
to get software to work with Vista, here are some helpful
tips.
In short, we will work with you to get any program that you've
purchased from us to work with the new Vista Windows system!
Email us if you have any questions.
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In
addition, this website
may help you in getting the program installed if you get this
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"the operating
system denied access to the specified file windows 7" |
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When
some users attempt to run a newly installed program (as shown
here, The Ultimate QuizShow v. 9.60) this screen pops up. This
is an indication that Windows Vista wants you to be an administrator,
in order to run the software. At this point, you have 2 strategies
in order to run The Ultimate QuizShow on the machine. |
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Strategy
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Administrator |
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Right click on the QuizShow icon.
- Highlight the "Run as
Administrator" option.
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Strategy
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Compatibility
Mode |
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Right click on the QuizShow icon.
- Highlight the "Properties"
option.
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Click on the Compatibility tab
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Click the Run the program in compatibility mode for Windows
XP (Ser. Pack 2)
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Windows
Vista - Run time errors (especially run time error 76) |
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If
this error appears, it's because Windows Vista has installed
your program in the wrong directory (all of the other version
of Windows, handles the installation properly, Windows Vista
throws us a curveball). |
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Not to worry though. Assuming your installation
of our software (in this case Classroom Feud) has resulted in
a directory structure similar to the one shown, all you have
to do is copy the Cl_Feud subdirectory to the c:\Program Files |
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For those of you who need specific instructions: |
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1. Use your mouse to highlight the Cl_Feud subdirectory
(as shown). |
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2. Click 'Ctrl-c'
simultaneously. |
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3. Use your
mouse to highlight the c:\Program Files subdirectory (this subdirectory
is one above the c:\Program Files x86) subdirectory. |
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4. Click 'Ctrl-v'
simultaneously. Again, you'll have to have administrative rights
to do this copy. |
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Download Vista instructions in Word format - Vista
Usage |
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Note to system administrators - this is probably the option
you will exercise when installing the software for a limited
user.
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Install the software for your user (as an administrator).
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Log in as the limited user.
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Then use the Compatibility tab so that the user is using the
program in Windows XP mode. |
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Please email us if you have
any questions downloading and installing these programs. |
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