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How To Install a Program in Windows

There is a lot you can do with the programs and features that are included in the Windows Operating System. However, you will probably also want to install programs from other sources also.
How you will add a program will depend on where the installation files for the program are located. Usually, programs are installed from a CD or DVD, from the Internet, or from a network.

Installing a Program From a CD or DVD

Insert the disc into your computer and then follow the instructions on the computer screen. If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.

Many programs installed from CDs or DVDs will try to launch an install wizard for the program automatically. In these cases, the AutoPlay dialog box will appear and you can choose to run the wizard.

If a program does not install, check the information that came with it. This information will likely provide instructions for a manual installation. If you cannot access the program's information, browse through the disc and open the setup file, usually called Setup.exe or Install.exe.

To install a Program From the Internet

1) In your web browser, click the link to the program.
2) Next do one of the following:

To install the program immediately, click Open or Run and follow the instructions on your screen. If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.
To install the program later, click Save and download the installation file to your computer. When you are ready to install the program, double-click the file and follow the instructions on your screen. This is a safer option because you can scan the installation file for viruses before you proceed.

Note

When downloading and installing programs from the Internet, be sure you trust the publisher of the program and the website that is offering the program.

To Install a Program from a Network

If your computer is on a network that offers programs that you can add, you can install programs from Control Panel.

1. Open "Get Programs" by clicking the Start Button, click Control Panel, click Programs, and then click "Get Programs".
2. Select a program from the list, and then click Install.
3. Follow the instructions on your screen.

If you get a prompt for an administrator password or confirmation, then type the password or provide confirmation.

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