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Can't open word
Name: tgh Date: August 5, 2009 at 03:05:59 Pacific OS: Windows Vista Subcategory: Software Problems
Comment:
When I try to open a word doc, I get a 'preparing to install' Windowns Installer pop-up. Then I'm told it can't install ('This update package could not be opened ...') This happened for the first time when attempting to open an email attachment yesterday, so I'm wondering whether this is a (/my first ever) virus. What should I do ?!
Name: BJseal91 Date: August 5, 2009 at 07:00:08 Pacific
Reply:
one or more files are missing from instalation files, Insert the CD and install office again this will fix this problem. in relation to finding and fixing a virus install a or check you AVS ("Anti Virus Softwear") and scan for viruses
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Response Number 2
Name: MiyuEmi Date: August 5, 2009 at 08:46:06 Pacific
Reply:
If you are using Office 2003, also be aware that you have to be connected to the internet to activate the product.
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