My Windows 7 appears to have no problems playing short or long songs but is iTunes Version 12.10.11.2

Perhaps experiment around with iTunes’ compatibility mode or Run as an Administrator via iTunes Properties. There's a small chance one or both of those changes might make a difference.
Possibly try Repair option from Control Panel.

iTunes does not use Java.

Very much appreciated info there LOTR, thank you. I did do the repair option from the control panel before I asked, to no avail.

OK It does seem to be working in compatibility mode, it automatically switched over to Windows XP SP2. Don't know why, but it is working. The only difference I can think of between these two computers is the older one says its windows version is 7 Home, and the newer says Windows 7 professional. ??? Don't know if that makes a difference.



What is your thought about me hooking up my ipod with 10K tunes to this totally empty program?