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Resolved Question

update patch for windows 7

Dec 14, 2011 10:28PM PST

Microsoft Picture It 2002 needed a repair patch for windows xp,
I now have a new computer with windows 7 and the programme doesn't work again.
any ideas please?

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Pics etc.
Dec 15, 2011 10:49PM PST

Try downloading PICASSA and give that a shot, easy to do and fun to use.

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microsoft pictur it
Dec 17, 2011 9:06PM PST

Thanks for your imput. I might just give yuour suggestion a try
cheers

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Wasn't PictureIt discontinued for Windows 7?
Dec 15, 2011 4:37AM PST

I think you may have to find a replacement.

Mark

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microsoft picture it
Dec 17, 2011 9:04PM PST

sorry for the delay in thanking you for your time I feel that you may be right and I will try for a new programme
Cheers

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The long way around it.
Dec 15, 2011 4:46AM PST

Get the anytime upgrade to Windows 7 Pro.
Install the XP MODE.
Install your app in XP MODE.

Done. But I fear this is more work than most will want to do.
Bob

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microsoft picture it
Dec 17, 2011 9:02PM PST

Seems complicated for a silver surfr so might opt for a new programme cheers