Whcich version of windows? windows XP or windows 7 pro 64 or 32 bit

I would like to run windows on my mac, I have a few windows only programs
1) I plan on installing it with parallels 5.0. maybe boot camp, although I like the idea of not having to reboot for windows or mac OS. So likely parallels.
2). I will be using windows, mostly for Microsoft office, dBpoweramp- a CD ripper and batch converter,(& so far have not found an equal mac equivalent),mp3tag, a windows only editor for alot of music file types, downloader pro for downloading photos, & maybe roxio easy media creator.
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That is just not true and silly. Windows 7 64-bit is solid, popular, and people are saying best OS, and good bye to 32-bit world and its limitations.
x64 has better memory management, security features, and even drivers!
Sounds like they just woke up and think Vista just came out and it is 2007.

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ITunes 7.6 and Windows XP Pro x64 ---- 64 bit version of Windows XP Pro

My wife was given an iPod nano, so I downloaded the current version of iTunesSetup.exe from www.apple.com and tried to run the executable. It told me that it wasn't designed to install iTunes on my 64 bit version of Windows XP Pro, and that I should go back to www.apple.com and download the 64 bit installer. I went back to www.apple.com and searched for the 64 bit installer in vain. There is only one main link to the current installer and the website determines which version of the installer you're given. After a few google searches I managed to aquire iTunes64setup.exe from the Apple site. I ran the executable and it told me "This iTunes installer requires that your computer is running Windows Vista 64-bit" and then it gave me the option to exit. I ended up installing iTunes from the executable I had originally downloaded. I have iTunes 7.6.2.9 installed now but it doesn't detect, or can't operate my DVD burner, so I can't rip music with iTunes for use on my wife's nano. I get this error report when I run the Diagnostic test built into iTunes.
"Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 (Build 3790)
System manufacturer System Product Name
iTunes 7.6.2.9
QuickTime 7.4.5
CD Driver Not Available
CD Driver DLL Not Available
Bonjour 1.0.4.12 (118.4)
iTunes Serial Number xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Current user is an administrator.
The current local date and time is 2008-04-30 23:34:07.
iTunes is not running in safe mode.
Video Display Information
Standard VGA Graphics Adapter
NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GT
** External Plug-ins Information **
No external plug-ins installed.
** CD/DVD Drive Tests **
LowerFilters: Afc
Failed loading CD / DVD drives, error -43. Try doing a repair install on iTunes from the "Add or Remove Programs" control panel.
Failed loading CD / DVD drives, error -43. Try doing a repair install on iTunes from the "Add or Remove Programs" control panel."
And there was no change in the diagnostic when I first tried to repair the install and then tried to reinstall iTunes. I'm sure the burner is working because I can play music, watch movies and all the normal stuff a DVD burner can do using Nero.
I'm guessing I need an iTunes version of 64 bit optical drive driver.
Any help would be appreciated!
Cinder's
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I got the iTunes 7 to work on XP Pro 64bit. What I did was this:
1. Downloaded DriverInstaller_AMD64EM64T.exe
2. Installed it.
3. Created this file tree: C:\Windows\Sysnative\drivers (Easier terminology, I went into the Windows folder and created a folder named "sysnative", opened that folder and created another folder called "drivers".
4. Then I located the folder where I installed DriverInstaller_AMD64EM64T.exe ..
5. I took the file called GEARAspiWDM and COPIED IT. I DID NOT MOVE THIS FILE!!!
6. I pasted a COPY of this file into sysnative\drivers. The folder I just made.
7. I installed iTunes 7, not 7.6. 7.6 and this method won't solve the burning issue. That would require more programs and more patients.
Note, you will have to manipulate iTunes when you want to burn. The best way to do this, I found, was to simply make a playlist and right click the playlist on the left column and select burn to disk. It should act normally.
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ITunes: Installer is indented for a 32-bit version of windows. Please obtain a 64 bit installer

I get this error message when installing the itunes64Setup.
Installer is indented for a 32-bit version of windows. Please obtain a 64 bit installer from www.apple.com/support.
Originally ,I copied my old 32bit files from Vista to a new windows 7 machine and then I tried to reinstall iTunes and got the error message.
In addition, i tried to uninstall iTunes and it will not uninstall. Then I tried to clean it off manually and reinstall it. I still get the same message Installer is indented for a 32-bit version.
Any suggestions.

64bit architecture is a bit tricky, particularly when it comes to hardware. While I'm fairly sure Apple (like a lot of other companies) will work to support this in the future, the fact is that folks running 64bit right now are in a huge minority (less than 1/10 of a percent) and it's impossible to support everybody.
There are probably about 10 times the number of folks running some version of Linux on their PCs (we're not talking Macs here right now) and yet they can't use the iPhone or a whole lot of other things. It's just the way of thw world -- pick something that isn't mainstream and you pay for being on the bleeding edge.
It will catch up to you -- patience is indeed the key.

When I try to intall itunes it comes up saying 'This Itunes installer is for 32-bit versions of windows. Please download the 64-bit ITunes instead.' How do I download and install the 64 bit version instead?

When I try to intall itunes it comes up saying 'This Itunes installer is for 32-bit versions of windows. Please download the 64-bit ITunes instead.' How do I download and install the 64 bit version instead?

Go to iTunes.com/download and click the link for the 64-bit version.

Problem installing NW2004s ABAP Trial version on windows xp pro SP3

Good Day.
I have drawbacks installing Abap Trial SP12. When it comes to 89% ends abruptly.
I set up MS Loopback Adapter. The operating system is Windows XP Professional SP3. 1Gb RAM. Disk Space 50Gb Free.
I have installed thousand and once and presents the same mistake. I have followed the procedure to uninstall the MaxDB, Stop service SAP, Clear Folders installed and clean record with RegCleanTool. And nothing, I am grateful for the help they can give me.
Thank you.
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STACK_TRACE: 15
ProductException: (error code = 200; message="Java error"; exception = [java.lang.Exception])
at com.sap.installshield.sdcstepswrapper.StepWrapperI nstallFiles.execute(StepWrapperInstallFiles.java:2 54)
at com.sap.installshield.sdcstepswrapper.StepWrapperI nstallFiles.executeAllSteps(StepWrapperInstallFile s.java:224)
at com.sap.installshield.sdcstepswrapper.StepWrapperI nstallFiles.executeAllInstallationSteps(StepWrappe rInstallFiles.java:177)
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at com.installshield.product.service.product.PureJava ProductServiceImpl.installProductAction(Unknown Source)
at com.installshield.product.service.product.PureJava ProductServiceImpl$InstallProduct.getResultForProd uctAction(Unknown Source)
at com.installshield.product.service.product.Installa bleObjectVisitor.visitComponent(Unknown Source)
at com.installshield.product.service.product.Installa bleObjectVisitor.visitInstallableComponents(Unknow n Source)
at com.installshield.product.service.product.Installa bleObjectVisitor.visitProductBeans(Unknown Source)
at com.installshield.product.service.product.PureJava ProductServiceImpl$InstallProduct.install(Unknown Source)
at com.installshield.product.service.product.PureJava ProductServiceImpl$Installer.execute(Unknown Source)
at com.installshield.wizard.service.AsynchronousOpera tion.run(Unknown Source)
at java.lang.Thread.run(Unknown Source)
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Problem solved.
I had installed.
- Windows XP Pro SP3
- Java Runtime 1.6
The uninstall and install the following.
- Windows XP Pro SP2
- Java Runtime 1.5
Thanks.

"The version of this file is not compatible with the version of Windows you're running.[...]".What can I do?

I must run a 32-bit programe on a windows 64-bit operating sistem, and i receive this message:"The version of this file is not compatible with the version of Windows you're running.[...]". I tried with Troubleshoot compatibility - didn't
work. I tried set to run in compatibility mode for Windows XP in file properties window and it didn't work. What can I do more? I
must run this programe to acces my database.

Hello qqnicol,
What program do you run?
Please contact the software provider to confirm if this 32-bit program can run in 64-bit Windows.
As some programs can only run in specific version of Windows, please download the right version of software.
Most programs designed for the 32-bit version of Windows will work on the 64-bit version of Windows. Notable exceptions are many antivirus programs.
Device drivers designed for the 32-bit version of Windows don't work on computers running a 64-bit version of Windows too.
Best regards,
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Fangzhou CHEN
TechNet Community Support

Why has the Tecra M11-11M only got the 32-bit version of Windows 7?

Why has the Tecra M11-11M only got the 32-bit version of windows 7 and not the 64-bit?
Surely the i7 and 4gb can cope with the demands and the 64-bit version would allow more efficient use of the computing power.
Many thanks,

Good question but Im afraid only Toshiba marketing division has right answer to your question.
I just presume they create own decision based on market research.
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Cisco DCNM 5.1(3u) - any particular version of Windows 2008?

The documentation does not specify any particular version beyond Windows 2008. 32bit vs 64bit, R1 or no R1?
Server System Requirements
Cisco DCNM Release 5.1(x) supports running the Cisco DCNM server on these operating systems:
•Microsoft Windows 2008 is supported in Cisco DCNM Release 5.1(3u)
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/switches/datacenter/sw/5_x/dcnm/release/notes/dcnm_5_1_relnotes.html#wp61633
I have to get the thing buit for me by another team and I don't want to have to go back to them to get it "fixed" etc.

Hi,
DCNM is supported in all versions of Windows 2008 (both 32 and 64 bit) and also R1.
The latest version DCNM 5.2(1) is available for download now. It supports Catalyst 6500 switches and many more new features.

MS-6337-LE5 (815EPT) and Windows XP Pro (or XP MCE)

From reading this forum, I have learned that my mainboard can accommodate a clean full install of Windows XP Pro. An upgrade from Windows Me to XP is not recommended. It must be a clean full install. The drive that holds my operating system & applications (C) must be reformatted. I can't reformat the other drive (D) because it has all my files! That one should be okay, though.
What tweaking in addition to the following needs to be done (and/or considered) to prepare the board and to install Windows XP?
The following things were learned from this forum, from Microsoft, and from other sources. Please comment.
1. Make sure you have the SP1a version of Windows XP Pro.
2. Make sure it is a retail version and not OEM or Academic. You have no tech support with OEM or academic if you buy it off eBay or elsewhere and not from the manufacturer of your computer. You have a limited number of free tech support incidents with Microsoft if you purchase the retail version. It's either one or two, but I think it may be only one. If you have the money, it's best to buy Windows XP from a retailer or wholesaler rather than from eBay or a private person. Buying from eBay is not like buying from a retailer. Microsoft doesn't transfer licenses from one individual to another. They may not accept an online auction as proof of purchase.
3. Try to get a new & sealed copy that has never been registered. A previously used, activated, and/or registered copy may cause you problems. See #2 above and #4 below for more info.
4. XP uses product activation. Only ONE copy is allowed on ONE computer. Once activated, XP cannot be installed on another computer. This means that if you upgrade your motherboard and certain other hardwares, XP thinks you're trying to install on a different computer, and it won't let you, so you will be prompted to contact Microsoft for activation/troubleshooting. If XP has been previously activated by someone else, it may be difficult (or impossible) for you to activate it.
5. Make sure your motherboard and all hardwares are compatible with XP and that you have drivers available for XP BEFORE you even attempt to install it. Know the locations and paths of those drivers on your D drive (or put them on a disk or CD), so that XP (which will be installed on C) can find them during setup. XP doesn't like certain hardware upgrades. It doesn't like memory swaps, certain new memory DIMMs, motherboard changes, etc. I'm not even sure how it will react to changing the video card, sound card, network card, hard drives, CD/DVD drives, etc., or adding additional devices.
6. Back up all files, disable Norton AntiVirus and Spybot, uncheck everything in the MSCONFIG startup list, reboot with a Windows Me startup disk, and reformat the C drive.
7. Reboot, go into BIOS setup, & change the system date to January 2002.
8. Disable APIC in the BIOS.
9. Disable antivirus in the BIOS.
10. Reboot & install Windows XP. Choose whether you want FAT32 or NTFS. Since Drive D (the one with all your stored files) is FAT32 and laptops are FAT32, it may be best to choose FAT32 over NTFS initially. If you choose NTFS, your C drive will be NTFS, but your D drive will still be FAT32, and that may cause a problem during setup. Windows XP may not recognize your D drive, and you may not be able to access all your precious files on it. Choose FAT32 for installation to avoid these problems. You can always convert both drives to NTFS later, if needed. Laptops are still going to be FAT16 and FAT32, though. If you choose NTFS later, this may screw up your network. The laptops might not be able to read files on your computer, if they can even "see" your computer.
11. If you run into problems during XP setup, write down the error messages and check the Internet for a solution: Microsoft Knowledge Base, MSI forum, other forums, etc. Pray you find a solution. You have at least one free incident with Microsoft tech support, provided you have the retail version. If you can't resolve the problem(s), reformat & reinstall Windows Me. You have no money to pay someone to help.
12. If you are lucky enough to get XP running right, then reset system date to current date. Configure all drivers until no exclamation points or question marks appear in Device Manager. Device Manager may be called something else in XP, not sure.
13. Download all Windows Updates & XP Service Pack 2.
14. Install Internet Explorer 6 SP1 and all its updates. Then run Windows Update at least 3 more times until there are no more updates to install.
15. Try to get DSL and the firewall working. If you didn't use your free incident with Microsoft yet, you can use it here if you have problems. Try SBC Yahoo! DSL first, though. Their support is free. If you can't resolve the problems, then call Microsoft. If still can't resolve problems, reformat & reinstall Windows Me. You have no money to pay someone to help.
16. Try to get the home peer-to-peer ethernet network working on your own. Network configuration is NOT included as a free incident with Microsoft. Only paid support is available for that (credit card only or 900 phone number). If you can't get network configured, reformat and reinstall Windows Me. You have no money to pay someone to help.
Desktop #1: P3 1.3GHz 384MB RAM Win XP Pro (this computer)
Desktop #2: P4 2.6GHz 256MB RAM Win Me (2000 Pro if he upgrades)
Laptop #1: P1 133Mhz 32MB RAM Win 98SE
Laptop #2: P1 90Mhz 24MB RAM Win 95a
17. Reinstall all applications with restarts, registry backups, and system restore points set in between each one -- just to be safe. Install any applications that may cause problems last.
18. Reinstall Microsoft Office and Norton SystemWorks last. Those applications are likely to cause the most problems. Install Spybot S&D and Ad-Aware 6 for additional protection AFTER Norton is already configured and you have downloaded all available updates & virus definitions.
19. Back up your C drive as a Ghost image or clone it for safe keeping.
20. If you've gotten this far, it's a miracle. Enjoy your new life with Windows XP.
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Is there anything I left out? Suggestions are appreciated.
WINDOWS XP PRO seems to be the next logical step for me, and that's what I'm planning to do. XP Home doesn't have as many features, so I'm not interested in that one, but there are other editions of Windows XP. Will all of these work with this board, or just some of them? The first one does. What about the other two? I'm inclined to think NO on the 64-bit, but what about the MCE?
-- Windows XP Pro
-- Windows XP MCE (Media Center Edition)
-- Windows XP 64-bit
Will the onboard AC'97 sound work in XP, or am I going to have to purchase a sound card?
My current system specs are shown below.
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Please note that I have purchased a new PowerTek 600-watt power supply, but it will not fit in my existing case. My current case is a proprietary Gateway case. It isn't quite a normal ATX case since the opening in the back where the psu goes is unusual. The power connector on the psu where you plug in the cord that goes from the psu to the wall is blocked by the case, so you can't plug a cord into it. If you can't plug a cord into the psu, you can't install it and can't use it. So I'm stuck with my 200-watt model until I get a new case that is more of an ATX standard. Then the power cord connector will be open and accessible, and I will be able to install the new psu.
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I use Google search and the 1st result hits the bullseye .
There you go : Windows 2003 Server System Requirements Page.

Possible to run a 32 bit program in 64 bit Windows 7 Pro?

Hi
I've ordered a Thinkpad X220 which here in UK only comes with 64 bit version of windows 7 pro. Problem is that there a couple of programs which i use which only run in 32 bit windows (no 64 bit version available) and they run fine in my existing Win 7 32 bit version...i've tried them on a friend's pc running 64 bit Win 7 Ultimate and they do not work. Is there any way to make these programs work in Win 7 Pro 64 bit on my soon-to-arrive X220? If i downloaded and installed 'Windows XP Mode with Virtual PC" on my X220, would this help in making the 32 bit programs work on my 64 bit Win 7?
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Win 7 Pro 64 bit

Phychopomp1,
Windows 7 64 bit is able to run 32 bit programs. However, some programs will have issues.
Have you checked your programs against the Windows 7 compatibility list: http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?displaylang=en&id=2394
This should tell you if they are compatible or not with Windows 7 64-bit.
There are compatibility settings that you can try once you have installed the software also. Right click on the shortcut and choose properties, then go to the compatibility tab and try the various OS settings.
If those things fail, then you should try Windows XP Mode (convenience link: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/virtual-pc/download.aspx). This will allow you to install your programs in a virtual copy of Windows XP SP3 using Windows Virtual PC. Once XP Mode is installed, when you install your software into it, you will get a shortcut to use the program from your Windows 7 start menu without even seeing the XP Mode window.
Hope this helps,
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http://www.microsoft.com/springboard

My computer with Windows 7 Home updated to Firefox v34.0.5 but my two computers running Windows 7 Pro haven't yet updated beyond Firefox v34.0. Something wrong?

See info above. I have re-run the update process at least 10 times on both machines running Windows 7 Pro (most recently this morning), and each time both machines running Windows 7 Pro (one is 64-bit, one is 32-bit) say that Firefox v34.0 is "up to date". I checked Mozilla.org, which states that Firefox v34.0.5 was released in mid-December, but it didn't say anything about whether that update was only for certain OSs. I have also run multiple anti-virus scans from different providers on both machines running Windows 7 Pro, and all scans indicate no issues.
Please advise is there are different versions of Firefox for Windows 7 Home/Pro, or if I am having an issue. If I am having an issue, please advise how I can correct it.

Hello StevenBeary, the 34.0.5 release it is for all users who download a fresh version of Firefox, or download it for the first time. This release will NOT be found via Firefox's update.
Firefox 34, it is the latest release via update. You are OK.
see [https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/forums/contributors/710905?last=63447#post-63027 Tyler Downer's explanation].
thank you

Installing Windows XP Pro on Bootcamp

I'm new to the imac and this is the first time that I have used one. I'm trying to install Windows XP Pro with service pack 3. I also have a version of Windows XP Pro with service pack 2.
In total I have three Windows XP Pro disks which I have tried installing on Bootcamp but without success. All three versions are full versions and not upgrades. One version is an OEM with service pack 2 and the other two versions are volume licenses with service pack 3.
I've performed all the software upgrades before doing the installation as advised. My hard drive is 640GB and I am allocating 100GB to the Windows partition, so I'm going to choose NTFS as the format of the partition.
When I try the installation with the OEM disk I don't get the agreement screen or the screen where you choose the format of the partition i.e FAT 32 or NTFS. During the installation I can get as far as the files being copied to the windows folder, then I get an error message saying that a file cannot be copied, it's not the same file each time. If I'm lucky and it does copy all the files at this point it then reboots itself and I then have a plain black screen saying that an error has occured and the whole thing just freezes.
When I try the installation using either of the volume license disks I get all the screens as shown in the instruction guide but I only get as far as the files being copied to the windows folder, but it never gets to the 100% completion stage and I have to press F3 to exit the installation, then when it reboots it just freezes. Each time when it's copying the files you can hear the DVD drive start to slow down and finally grind to a halt.
This is as far as I ever get with the installation. Can anyone help me with this problem?

I don't have a definite solution. I had much the same problem early on.
The nearest I could get to the problem was that the Superdrive may have been slightly off calibration.
Then I thought if it's a calibration problem, and it seems a bit different each time I try to install from the Windows DVD, then there is another problem possibly related to the Superdrive.
It was all trial and error and took many hours to resolve but I did overcome it.
The Superdrive was over heating. Your iMac is constructed way differently to my troubled Mac Pro but the same scenario could still be possible. So I suggest that ways be found to cool the iMac, maybe with an external fan blowing on it or installing SMC Fan Control, or both.
Oops, SMC Fan Control runs under the MacOS so it will be useless when Windows is booted and installing from the DVD. External cooling is your best bet if overheating is the problem.
Good luck Linda.

Can I clean install a Windows 7 Pro System Builder on a Lenovo PC with Windows 8 preinstalled?

Hi. I would like to clean install windows 7 on a Lenovo PC that came with Windows 8 core preinstalled. I want to format the entire drive and remove windows 8 and clean install windows 7. I already tried the clean install of Windows 7 Pro to get all of my drivers in line, and now I would like to buy a Product Key.
Would a Windows 7 Pro System Builder work in my case? Would it work just as smoothly as a retail version? I understand that the System Builder is an OEM version that includes the Product Key, COA, and DVD) Just want to make sure before I buy the System Builder version of Windows 7 Pro. Thanks.
Grazzie
Solved!
Go to Solution.

that should be retail since it seemed to be used for pc upgrades either way your new system builder key should work. those are called refresh because they re-released them sincea bug was found in thier installers. Do you have any key in the computer atm? or is windows just waiting to be activated?
EDIT: its a good copy look here> http://www.heidoc.net/joomla/technology-science/microsoft/14-windows-7-direct-download-links
Should you want to use the DVD images permanently, and don't own a product key yet, you can order a Windows 7 OEM or retail version from Amazon. The OEM reinstallation versions contain a DVD with a product key just like the retail versions. They are significantly cheaper, but lack a proper box packaging, and don't include technical support by Microsoft. The OEM key will work with the Digital River downloads, so you can just pick the cheapest one. Sometimes better editions are the cheaper ones, so all of the following links to Amazon offers might be worth checking. I've already tried to find good deals for all editions and linked to them here:
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Apps on both windows 7 pro & XP Pro through paralells 5.0

I have 2 virtual machines running on my macbook pro, windows 7 pro & windows xp pro.
I installed the full retail version of windows 7 pro first, & now recently installed windows xp pro service pack 2 OEM.
I also have some windows apps installed on both. But I notice that while desktop icons are present in windows xp (after installing them), they are blank squares in windows 7 & when I click to launch the apps in windows 7 it cannot find it.
It is vice versa as well, if I reset & get full desktop icons back in windows 7, & then go to windows xp pro, the icons for those same apps are now blank generic squares.
can a particular windows app be installed on more than one virtual machine? say I have an app I want on both windows 7 pro & windows xp pro? if not, is this why I am getting the strange things happening with the desktop icons to launch the app?

When I was installing, I just had it install windows xp pro on the macintoch HD, it was sort of default, it was what it offered.
Also, I usually just run either windows 7 pro or windows xp pro, but not both at the same time. I did not know you could, out of curiosity, how is this done, although I would prefer just to run one or the other.
I did a little more experimenting & found the same apps that have working desktop icons in windows xp pro & not in windows 7 pro will launch when I click on them in the start menu in windows 7 pro.
One of the apps I tried launching in windows xp, made it shut down & restart, saying there was a fatal system error. But when it restarted, everything was fine, so I may uninstall the offending app.
how is paralells 6? have you used it? & with what?

Windows 7 Pro with Internet Explorer 11

I had installed Internet Explorer 11 a few days ago and I keep getting a PRIVACY REPORT pop up on most of the web pages I navigate to.
How can I stop this annoying window from popping up?
It never happened with the other IE versions.
Windows 7 Pro 64 bit installed.

Hi,
It would be kind of you to capture a screenshot for further research.
Based on my knowledge, it might be one of your add-ons that causing this, open Internet Explorer and in tools->Manage Add-ons , check your add-ons and disable ones that you might not need or associate with this message.
You could uninstall any unwanted add-ons from programs and features in control panel.
Hope it works.
Regards,
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Blair Deng
TechNet Community Support

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