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divster

May 26th, 2008 07:35 PM

unzipped files always open as .exe

unzipped files always open as .exe even though limewire states that the file I am downloading is a OS X file. I am using Stuffit expander to unzip is this the problem. Somebody help me please!!!!:eek:

stief

May 27th, 2008 03:33 PM

No, stuffit is fine. The problem is those are Windows EXEcutable files (programs) that are misnamed.

Probably viruses or other malware: be glad they don't run on a mac.

Getting OSX apps via p2p networks is generally a bad idea. For free mac apps (and more), use your Apple Menu->Mac OSX Software link.

Lord of the Rings

May 28th, 2008 01:06 AM

Program files should be larger than 2,000 KB (2 MB). Check the size of programs on your computer, as most will be 10 MB up to over 100 MB in size.

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