Re: Make older programs run in Vista

Kelly <Kelly@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

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I have a very old software program (TypeTwister 1.0) that has
worked in every version of Windows that I've had along the way
... until Vista. When I double click the start up file, I
receive the error message that the program isn't compatible.
When I right click on the .exe file, choose properties and then
compatibility, no matter which Windows version I choose, I
still receive the error message. I love this program and don't
want to give it up. It hasn't been re-distributed since I
bought it in 1995. Any suggestions on how I can make this
beloved program work in Vista, please? kelly

If you cannot get it to run using Compatibility Mode, you will be able
to run it by installing VirtualPC. You will then need to install an
earlier version of Windows, like Windows '95, '98, 2000, XP, which
you have a retail license form on the virtual machine that you create
within VirtualPC. You can then run TypeTwister on that.

From Googling TypeTwister, it appears to do what WordArt in MS
Word does.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WordArt

You could consider using Word instead. If TypeTwister actually outputs
graphic files into the clipboard, like I assume it does, there are
many web graphics programs that can do this, with much more power and
flexibility, no doubt.

I have Adobe Fireworks, which is very good for this, but it is not
cheap. There are many others, including freeware, but that is the
only one I am familiar with.

I tried to install Virtual PC but received an error message that I
didn't have one of the supported systems. Any idea what that means
and/or what I should do to get the right Virtual PC download?
Thanks

If you are using a home version of Vista, I think you are not licensed
to use VirtualPC. Ignore any such errors - as far as I am aware, it
still runs perfectly well. Say out loud: "kiss my ass, Steve
Ballmer" as you install it.

Be sure to install the 'Virtual Machine Additions' on the virtual
Windows '9x/2000/XP machine, once the OS is installed. It will allow
you to drag and drop files onto the VM's Desktop, maximise the
screen, and other things. You need to install it for best operation.

1) Right clicking and trying to install as administrator made no
difference. I still got the same error message
2) I am VERY new to Vista. Can you please give me a link to Virtual PC
so I can learn about it, how to install it, how to operate it?
Thanks for all of your input.


Here is the download link:

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=04d26402-3199-48a3-afa2-2dc0b40a73b6&displaylang=en

Summary and information:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microsoft_Virtual_PC

Look at the bottom of that page for links that may help you use it. It's
not that hard to figure out.

HTH

ss.


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