Quicktime fails to install...

Im trying to upgrade to the new iTunes, but whenever I try, I get an error message saying that "the older version of Quicktime cannot be uninstalled, please contact your local technical group".
When I try to install JUST quicktime I get an error message claiming "The Feature you are trying to use is on a network resource that is unavailable. Click 'ok' to try again, or enter an alternate path to a folder containing the installation package 'QuickTime.msi' in the box below"
I then get a browse option to find this file. I have done an extensive search to track down and attempt to delete every file associated with QuickTime, and have deleted every file that I have been permitted to. I have also uninstalled the older version of iTunes, restarted my computer, and attempted to uninstall QuickTime through forced uninstalls via windows uninstaller programs. Yet the problem still persists.... HELP!! I cant use my new shuffle not to mention my Video iPod without a version of iTunes installed!! Im pretty sure Im not the only one who has had this problem... to anyone who has overcome this inconvenience please could they shed some light on this issue? Thanks...
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This is a not-uncommon Windows error. The usual reason for this error is that the old msi (Microsoft Installation file) is corrupt for whatever reason. This may fix it:
Download the Windows Installer Cleanup Utility.
and run that on your computer.
The corrupt QuickTime version should show up as either QuickTime.msi or as a corrupt icon .msi (it'll probably be the top-most option). Click on it to select it, then click Remove and Exit. You may need to reboot your computer now.
Then install the new version of iTunes and QuickTime and with luck it will install.
Hope this helps.
(Warning: Leave all other .msi files as they are or else you'll have problems uninstalling other programs! )

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I see exactly my problem is in http://forums.vnunet.com/thread.jspa?threadID=93546&tstart=0
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