Good suggestions, but I did look at the system requirements printed on the
box before purchasing. It does show that it's *supposed* to be compatible
with Vista. I know, I know. Since I can't use compatibility mode during
installation, it's too late if the install doesn't do what it's supposed to
(i.e. install shortcuts on the start menu) - unless I can do so manually, (as
I did later). During the install, the only option I had was whether to
install a shortcut on the desktop, which I did allow (but it didn't do). I
don't think I've seen many (if any) programs which give you the option of not
having shortcuts placed in the start menu, as I think this would freak out
very many computer users. So that's the story; even though it's academic
(the program seems to work just fine) - any other ideas?
This does bring up a question: The "Games for Windows" banners that we all
see on packaging for newer games; does that imply anything as far as
compatibility?
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"brink" wrote:
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>
> IkidUnot;526771 Wrote: Quote:
> > OK, I did it: I installed a game for my little one on my notebook (HP
> > Pavilion dv9000t, Vista Premium). The game (Ratatouille) works fine and
> > it's
> > really cute, but the install did not create any start menu entries, nor
> > did
> > it place an icon on the desktop - even though I affirmed that it could
> > do
> > that - which is unusual for me. I simply inserted the CD and let it
> > autorun
> > to begin the installation. I was logged in as my usual admin level (or
> > not
> > really - wink wink, say no more) user when I installed.
> >
> > Now, for me it's no big deal, I went ahead and made shortcuts on the
> > start
> > menu (and yeah, one on the desktop too) manually, but I'd like to get
> > an idea
> > of what's happened. Anyone?
> > --
>
> Hi IKidUnot,
>
> As Andre stated, it most likely is a compatibility issue if the program
> was not designed or certified for Vista. There also may a option during
> setup that you have to select to get the shortcuts.
>
> If the program has was not designed for Vista and has any unusual
> quirks when running, you might consider putting it in Compatibility Mode
> for the OS that it was designed for. I would not worry about unless it
> does. You can see how in this tutorial.
>
> Compatibility Mode
>
> Shawn
>
>
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> brink
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