Help installing old programs onto new a Win 10 computer

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The discussion centers on installing Adobe Photoshop 6.0 on a new Windows 10 laptop. Users report difficulties due to the absence of a setup.exe file, relying instead on an Autoplay feature that fails to execute the installation. Compatibility mode settings for Windows XP Service Pack 3 and Windows 7 were attempted but did not resolve the issue. The consensus suggests that the software's age and potential 16-bit dependencies may hinder installation, with recommendations to explore virtual machine solutions for compatibility.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Windows 10 compatibility settings
  • Familiarity with 32-bit and 64-bit software architecture
  • Knowledge of how to access and modify Autoplay settings in Windows
  • Basic command line usage for enabling Windows features
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  • Research how to enable NTVDM for running 16-bit applications on Windows 10
  • Learn about using virtual machines to run legacy software
  • Investigate the use of compatibility layers like WOW64 for 32-bit applications
  • Explore alternative installation methods for legacy software without setup.exe
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This discussion is beneficial for users attempting to install legacy software on modern operating systems, particularly graphic designers, IT professionals, and anyone managing older Adobe products.

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Is there a setup.exe on the cd-rom? If so, try running that.
 
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rcgldr said:
Is there a setup.exe on the cd-rom? If so, try running that.
There is none.
 
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yungman said:
You have file extensions turned off. Which means you likely have hide system files activated as well.
It's possible that setup.exe is hidden. It's also possible it's in a different directory (say, the AUTOPLAY directory there).

(Just Google 'view hidden files win 10')

Open autoplay/autorun in Notepad to see what file(s) it runs.
 
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yungman said:
Thanks

I got in, it want me to install all different things, is it safe?

Thanks
Such as?
 
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Svein said:
Try this: https://adobe-photoshop-free.en.lo4d.com/. If it works, use your original serial number...

Hi

I tried that, it just take me to install all sort of things other than the photoshop. It just go round and round...as I expected.

Now the question is how do I uninstall all the tracking stuffs. I went to the install programs, it's not there.
 
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DaveC426913 said:
You have file extensions turned off. Which means you likely have hide system files activated as well.
It's possible that setup.exe is hidden. It's also possible it's in a different directory (say, the AUTOPLAY directory there).

(Just Google 'view hidden files win 10')

Open autoplay/autorun in Notepad to see what file(s) it runs.
Thanks

That worked, I displayed the hidden files, sure enough there is a Setup application file, I installed the Photoshop...my original 6.0 from CD.

Thanks

Alan
 
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Looks like I can do the same thing for the Avery program CD also. Big Boss doesn't want new programs, just the ones she's familiar with.

Sure learn a lot monkeying with win 10. I have been using win7, it's a good experience. Thanks for all your help.

Alan
 
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