An attempt to install Adobe reader X on my Mac OS 10.5.8 failed, with this message: "Run preinstall script for application." What is that, and how do I do it?

Hi renmusn79002737,
Could you please try installing Reader again from the below mentioned link:
http://get.adobe.com/reader
Ensure that you are logged in as administrator and anti-virus is disabled as that might interrupt downloading.
Try again and then let me know.
Regards,
Anubha

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