Changing the compatibility of programs allow you to run a program as Windows 2000, Windows XP or other depending on your system ...
This tip is valid for all Microsoft operating systems:
Windows XP
Windows Vista
Windows Seven
Simply right-click on a program (any) and do:
Property
Compatibility tab
Tick the box "run this program"
Choose an operating system. (Windows Vista, XP, 2000, NT 4, 98 or 95).
Apply and OK
Other choices are also available, especially for old programs:
Run in 256 colors.
Run with a screen resolution of 640 x 480.
Disable visual themes.
The program is being executed in compatibility of the system choosed. This can be handy for a program that only runs on Windows XP and you have Windows Vista or Seven.
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