A user with a 7th generation i5 laptop is attempting to install Adobe Photoshop 6.0, an older software version, but encounters installation issues due to the absence of a setup.exe file, relying instead on an Autoplay feature. Despite trying various compatibility modes and running as an administrator, the installation fails to progress after the initial prompt. Suggestions include checking for hidden executable files on the installation CD, as files copied from CDs can be read-only, which may cause problems. The discussion highlights the challenges of running legacy software on modern operating systems, particularly 64-bit Windows 10, which lacks support for 16-bit installers commonly used by older applications. A virtual machine is recommended as a potential solution for running such legacy software. Ultimately, the user discovers a hidden setup application file after enabling the display of hidden files, allowing them to successfully install Photoshop and indicating that similar methods could be applied to other legacy software.