Cannot Install iTunes 7.7 in Vista-stupid question?

I'm a long-time iTunes user, but brand new to Vista (only choice on my new Dell laptop). I downloaded the iTunes installer, double clicked the .exe file, and Vista tells me I need an application to open it. I can't figure out what the problem is. Microsoft is less than helpful. Can anyone assist?
Thanks!
Marc

mdgesq,
When you are told that an application is needed, are you presented with the opportunity to select an application? I'm wondering if there's any hope it'd be as simple as choosing "Windows Installer" from a list.
Regarding polydorus's suggestion, the path to that particular window is to open a Windows Explorer window, click your Organize menu and choose Folder & Search Options.
I'm also wondering if perhaps there's something blocking the installer file from downloading correctly. If you're able to install other programs, try using a different browser (such as Firefox or Safari for Windows) to download iTunes. You might also want to (temporarily) disable any security software or firewalls that might prevent the file from downloading appropriately.
Last but not least, you can always try to download & install in a different user account:
1. Go to Control Panel > User Accounts
2. Click on "Manage Another Account"
3. Click on "Create new user"
4. Follow the prompts to create a new computer administrator
5. Restart the PC and log in to the new account
CG

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