Hi Vivian,
Depending on how old the programs you're trying to use are, they may not be
compatible with XP. I suggest checking with the maker of the programs for
newer versions that will be XP compatible.
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Curt.
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"Vivian lindquist" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
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> Help. I just bought a new dell computer. When I try to
> load my calander program or granddaughters games I get
> message"install nt service pack 3" I have xp home
> addition. My reinstall cd says including service pack 1.
> Does this mean I only have pack 1. I found a download of
> nt service pak 3 but it says for windows nt. Should I
> download it. Im basically computer illiterate. Can anyone
> tell me what to do? Please email at
> (E-Mail Removed). It took me an hour to get to
> this message board. Thankyou