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Why not Share Windows Native Programs

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by stationmaster 1 view

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Why is it that every time I intsall a new Program my native Windows Programs re: Media Player,Picture IT and others are ignored and replaced with New Programs I dont rely need.

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by mallardtooxx

it is honestly and truly one thing and onething only. Bill Gates is the Anti Christ and he hates all of us equally =)

by thechas

Many software companies make deals with other software companies and install this other software as a 'service' for their customers.

Other software programs (AOL, Real, etc) have been coded to take over your system by associating any file type that they can open with them.

You can avoid some of the problems by avoiding some of the main abusers (AOL, Real) and ALL advertiser supported 'freeware' (adware) programs.
Next, always choose custom from the install menu.

There are software programs that you can install that monitor what new software installs, and alerts you when a program attempts to change file associations, or some system settings.

Chas

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