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 Mar 10 2007, 03:09 PM
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2) O.K., I recently bought a new Gateway with the Vista operating system. I'm not sure if there are things that I was supposed to have done to it in the beginning to "configure" it, or if I'm really just this stupid... 3) I can't download any software that isn't from Microsoft/Windows 4) My internet connection is shaky at best 5) I repeatedly have Internet Explorer close itself, just to open again shortly and seem to be fine 6) I had problems with my modem driver?? at first, but I finally got that figured out-- perhaps I messed with the wrong thing? Anything that might help would be great... if I wasn't 3 days past the 14 day return policy...it would be back at Best Buy! Thanks! |
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Mar 10 2007, 08:16 PM
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 Forum Addict Group: HJT Junior Classmen Posts: 3,980 Joined: 7-January 07 From: UK Member No.: 105,123 |
Hello,
I think that the vista OS in general could be to blame for the driver problems that you have been having, vista has added security features that mean all drivers before bieng installed must be signed for otherwise they are refused, causing problems. the same really goes for the software downloading. http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/topic82330.html gives a couple of links to say what can or can't be installed on vista. hope this helps -------------------- Regards
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Mar 13 2007, 09:29 AM
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 Visually handicapped, hence the avatar :0) Group: Moderator Posts: 14,526 Joined: 2-October 05 From: Southeastern CT, USA Member No.: 35,824 |
Try an alternative browser (such as Firefox) to see if the issue is with IE or with Windows. If it's IE, I'd suggest staying with Firefox and only using IE for Windows Updates. If not, then we can work the issue out with some more details about your system and internet connection.
-------------------- - John
**If you need a more detailed explanation, please ask for it. I have the Knack. ** |
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Mar 22 2007, 01:41 AM
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New Member Group: Members Posts: 5 Joined: 10-March 07 Member No.: 116,553 |
Firefox was fantastic! For about 5 minutes... I am at the end of my rope with this thing. I can't download Java for the love of god! $1700. is alot of cash for something that does nothing but plays solitaire... I am getting pretty good though
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Mar 22 2007, 04:05 PM
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Visually handicapped, hence the avatar :0) Group: Moderator Posts: 14,526 Joined: 2-October 05 From: Southeastern CT, USA Member No.: 35,824 |
Java doesn't officially support Vista (although it can be made to work).
Try this link for the download: http://www.java.com/en/download/index.jsp Close all open browser windows, then, right click on the installer and select Properties, then select the compatibility tab, then select to run as XP SP2 and to Run as Administrator. This post has been edited by usasma: Mar 22 2007, 04:05 PM -------------------- - John
**If you need a more detailed explanation, please ask for it. I have the Knack. ** |
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Mar 22 2007, 05:05 PM
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 Bleeping entraÎner Group: HJT Team Coach Posts: 1,700 Joined: 24-September 04 Member No.: 2,990 |
I have Java Runtime Environment (JRE) 6 on my Vista Business. It's the latest update from Java:
http://java.sun.com/javase/downloads/index.jsp Download then install offline -------------------- MS MVP Windows-Security 2006-2008
Member of UNITE, the Unified Network of Instructors and Trusted Eliminators Admin PC Pitstop |
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Mar 24 2007, 10:18 AM
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New Member Group: Members Posts: 5 Joined: 10-March 07 Member No.: 116,553 |
O.K.! Java is downloaded... thanks. Am I having so much trouble because I've got Vista and these other programs aren't ready for it? Or is there some other reason? I'm sorry if I sound completely stupid
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Mar 24 2007, 11:20 AM
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Bleeping entraÎner Group: HJT Team Coach Posts: 1,700 Joined: 24-September 04 Member No.: 2,990 |
mvervair, what other programs have you downloaded, that don't or won't work?
-------------------- MS MVP Windows-Security 2006-2008
Member of UNITE, the Unified Network of Instructors and Trusted Eliminators Admin PC Pitstop |
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Mar 24 2007, 11:34 AM
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New Member Group: Members Posts: 5 Joined: 10-March 07 Member No.: 116,553 |
jacee- just about everything I have tried to do with this computer has been met with issues- from downloading and running firefox, installing office software, azureus, etc. I bought the computer new and never imagined I would have the trouble I am having- firewall issues (it is now OFF), OS freezing...
Unfortunately, I have no idea where to start looking to fix any of this... |
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Mar 24 2007, 12:41 PM
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Bleeping entraÎner Group: HJT Team Coach Posts: 1,700 Joined: 24-September 04 Member No.: 2,990 |
I feel your pain and exasperation.....
Let's see if this article can help you a bit: http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/windows...a/aa905073.aspx edit ...more information using "Microsoft Management Console: http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/Windows/e...4c22891033.mspx This post has been edited by Jacee: Mar 24 2007, 12:54 PM -------------------- MS MVP Windows-Security 2006-2008
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Mar 24 2007, 01:03 PM
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Bleeping entraÎner Group: HJT Team Coach Posts: 1,700 Joined: 24-September 04 Member No.: 2,990 |
By the way, there are also books that you can buy. Sometimes a 'visual' really helps!
 http://www.amazon.com/Windows-Vista-Plain-...n/dp/073562268X -------------------- MS MVP Windows-Security 2006-2008
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Mar 25 2007, 06:19 AM
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Visually handicapped, hence the avatar :0) Group: Moderator Posts: 14,526 Joined: 2-October 05 From: Southeastern CT, USA Member No.: 35,824 |
The easiest way to force most apps to install is to right click on the installer and select "Properties", then select the Compatibility tab. On this tab, instruct the installer to run in compatibility mode for XP SP2, and to Run as Administrator.
If there's still problems after it's installed, find the executable for the program and do the same thing for it (create a shortcut if necessary). -------------------- - John
**If you need a more detailed explanation, please ask for it. I have the Knack. ** |
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