Outlook 2010 - Cannot open default email folders. The information sotre could not be found

I have yet to set up my Outlook Folder. I keep coming up with
"Cannot open default email folders.  The information sotre could not be found.
How do I get around this.
Shari

That error means you have compatibility mode enabled. From
Say No to Compatibility mode : To disable Compatibility mode or confirm its not enabled, find Outlook.exe file and right click, then select Properties, Compatibility tab.
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