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Resolved Question

Gimp won't work after downloading an update.

Feb 7, 2012 1:34AM PST

I just downloaded an update to Gimp and it now says exception illegal instruction - an attempt was made to execute an illegal instruction. It tells me to click on cancel to debug, but it just turns if off. What should I do, - try to download it again?

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When this happens to me I...
Feb 7, 2012 1:40AM PST

I uninstall and reinstall the app then don't take the update.

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Gimp won't work after downloading
Feb 7, 2012 5:44AM PST

I thought of doing that, but as I downloaded the program from the web, won't I automatically get the updated version when I try again?
I only did it because CNET sent me a notice that there was an update available.

Not sure if I mentioned the last time that I use Windows XP

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So there is no option to try again?
Feb 7, 2012 6:10AM PST

At this point I have to defer to the folk that support your machine. I know what I would do and how it often fixes the issue. But this is not a good option for you.

Bob

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No option
Feb 7, 2012 12:17PM PST

Not sure I understand your reply?? What if I just did a restore on my computer to a date before the upgrade?

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That's an option too.
Feb 7, 2012 12:28PM PST

Not one that I use when this happens to me but try it. You can always undo that.
Bob

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That's an option too.
Feb 8, 2012 12:58AM PST

i decided to go ahead and uninstall Gimp and then reinstall it. It now works fine. Thanks

HJW.

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Thanks for the report.
Feb 8, 2012 1:12AM PST

Good to know the usual worked for you.