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How do I handle older software programs in Windows XP?

Older Programs and Windows XP

More Windows operating system tips: Older programs may not run as well on Windows XP as they did on, say, Windows 98. Fortunately, XP provides a way around this. Locate the programs file and single-click it with the right mouse button. In the menu that appears single-click Properties with the left mouse button. Once in the Properties window, click the Compatibility tab. Click the box marked Run This Program In Compatibility Mode For, and then select an edition of Windows from the pull-down menu. Click the Apply button to set your changes, and then click the OK button.

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