CS3: Not enough memory to place file?? (Vista 64 bit) SOLVED!!

For whomever this helps, I fixed my "Not enough memory to place file" problem (running Vista 64 Bit with lots of ram).
After trying everything else (checking cache files, deleting preferences file, uninstalling nearly all fonts, increasing virtual ram on machine, etc.), I solved it by right clicking the launch icon, and then in the compatibility tab checking the "Run this program in compatibility mode for:" box and then choosing the XP OS from the drop down list.
Oddly though, I have a nearly identical Vista 64 bit machine running the same Illustrator CS3 and this has no problems (without the need for this fix).
Add this to your list of things to try.

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