Retrieving programs from Win98

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A. Garrison

I just upgraded from Windows98 to WindowsXP. I see my
programs in the program file when I look in "My Computer."
Some .exe files open but do not retain data from their
win98 incarnations. Some do not open at all. Is there a
way to open my former win98 progrgams (like Mozilla
Thunderbird Mail client) and keep the data previously
associated with the programs?

Thanks,
A. Garrison
 
Hi A.,

Well, it's not great news for you, but here are some things to do/try:

For the programs that do not run, try reinstalling them and/or use
compatibility mode (Start/all programs/accessories). You may need a patch or
update from the program vendor for some, and some may never work.

For those that do, you may find that the desired data is under a different
user folder. Check under:
C:\Documents and Settings\<username>\Application Data

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Best of Luck,

Rick Rogers aka "Nutcase" MS-MVP - Win9x
Windows isn't rocket science! That's my other hobby!

Associate Expert - WinXP - Expert Zone
 
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