4494 » How do I enable Application Compatibility-Mode Technology in Windows XP? 03-Dec-01
Compatibility mode resolves issues with programs that were designed to run in Windows NT 4.0 or Windows 9x.
In Windows XP, and Windows 2000 SP2+, an administrator can enable this technology for programs that Microsoft did not configure.
The process is identical to Windows 2000 SP2+.
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