INSTALLING SOFTWARE

Start a browser when installing
When you install something like Win95 SETUP software, you will be asked for an installation directory. But, you can only write the complete directory or get "DETAILS" of the file which is needed. Try pressing ALT + B (English/US Version) or ALT + D (German Version) to get a Browser and everything is quite easy!

The MKCOMPACT.EXE program
There is a magical little program provided by Win95 that you can use to make Win 3.x programs more compatible under 95. It is MKCOMPAT.EXE in the Windows\System directory. Use the procedure below. There is no online help, so some trial and error is in order until you find the optimal settings.
  • Run MKCOMPAT.EXE
  • Select File/Open - Open the EXE file that you are having problems with
  • Start highlighting things that seem like they may make a difference.
  • Select File/Advanced for more control options
  • Select File/Save to save the new configuration

Uninstalling Windows 95
What? Are you crazy? If you really find you need to uninstall, here are some steps to follow:
  1. Boot with DOS boot floppy that has the DOS system files on it.
  2. Execute a 'sys c:' command.
  3. Delete the Windows directory and all its subdirectories (deltree works great for this if you have it on the boot floppy).
  4. Delete all the hidden files in the root directory that don't match the files from the floppy
  5. Reboot, and you should be back to a DOS system.
  6. Check the root directory for hidden files with names that do not match those on the bootable floppy. These files should be deleted. Microsoft reports that a full Uninstall utility will be included in the production package when it ships.

    Windows Setup Switches
    Windows 95 has several switches you can use when executing Setup:
    /is - Ignores the check of your system check
    /id - Ignores the check for whether there is enough disk space
    /iq - Ignores the test for cross-linked files and file directory integrity
    /in - Runs setup without the Network Setup Module
    You can also specify a filename (.inf) with setup, that contains information on exactly what to set up.

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