Using DOS software in Windows 7

[keenang]

Is it possible to get a dos program to work on windows 7? I have windows 7 and I cannot tell you what a pain in the A-- it is.

Thanks Geno :confused:

[DJofSD]

Try DOSBOX.

[JustCoolGene]

Hi All,

Microsoft provides a virtualized copy of Windows XP as a free compatibility add-on to Windows 7 Professional, Ultimate, and Enterprise editions. I just click the XP icon on my desktop and a complete version of Windows XP opens up. I run many DOS horse racing, database, and reporting programs without any problems other than printing full screen. You can also minimize the XP program and easily switch between Windows 7 and XP. You can also shrink the XP screen around your DOS application which can then be viewed on the same Windows 7 screen with your Youbet or Twinspires browser. I use the 64 bit edition and it's a great program for DOS.

God Bless All
Gene

[keenang]

Gene
I have windows 7 Home Premium,will it work on that version?

Thanks Geno :confused:

[JustCoolGene]

Hi Geno,

Windows 7 Home currently doesn't allow XP mode but there are possible solutions listed below. I have not used any of them and I hope other users will help you select the correct one.
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How to create your own XP Mode to run on Vista or Windows 7 Home Premium.


http://www.howtogeek.com/howto/11060/create-an-xp-mode-for-windows7-home-versions-and-vista/

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How to use VMware to run XP Mode on machines "WITHOUT" Hardware Virtualization.

http://www.howtogeek.com/howto/10911/run-xp-mode-on-windows-7-machines-without-hardware-virtualization/

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Windows Anytime Upgrade: Windows 7 Home Premium to Professional $89.99

Windows XP Mode requires an additional 1 GB of RAM, an additional 15 GB of available disk space, and a processor capable of hardware virtualization, with Intel-VT or AMD-V turned on.

http://store.microsoft.com/microsoft/Windows-Anytime-Upgrade-Windows-7-Home-Premium-to-Professional/product/C562285E

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I heard that DOSBOX is very slow.


God Bless All,
Gene