ITunes installation error: does not have program associated with it for performing this action

Repeated tries to install iTunes continues to fail. Installing on Acer laptop using Windows 7.
Error: does not have program associated with it for performing this action
We have done the following: open Default programs, clicked associate a file type, clicked on change program button and selected a program to open with and clicked OK/enter.
The installation continues. we get to the finish window; click finish.
Next error: iTunes has been installed incorrectly.
So, what do we do to get iTunes working?
Thank you.

Hi normeagle,
Welcome to Apple Support Communities.
You may find this article helpful for troubleshooting your iTunes installation:
Trouble installing iTunes or QuickTime for Windows
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1926
Best,
Jeremy

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