Freeware Updates
Kenn's
20000912: Freeware Updates
September/2000
Tech
Notes
Tech Note #12
Run FREEWARE.BAT to update freeware package to 1999 version (newer versions of some programs like MSIE, Netscape, RealPlayer, Acrobat Reader, QuickTime, etc., plus new programs Hot Potatoes and Crocodile Clips). When running FREEWARE.BAT, the best way by far is to log on as "Prof Admin", say "no" to the would-you-like-to-save-settings dialog, so that you are logged on as a (red screen) administrative user to the default profile. Keep logging on in this way through the various reboots that might be required. This will ensure that all post-reboot updates complete successfully. Also, FREEWARE.BAT contains certain registry updates which assist Internet Explorer 4 and 5 installations to complete successfully with machines that have LockIt95 installed. Again, logging on to the default profile as an administrative user (not at any level lower than Teacher) will help guarantee that these updates work correctly.
Note that to properly complete this procedure you need either the Summer 2000 CD or the WSD#1 Backup CD Issue 17 or newer.
DISCLAIMER: This document is intended for the reference of computer support personnel within Winnipeg School Division No. 1. There is no warranty or liability if procedures recommended here have an adverse affect on any systems. Use them at your own risk. Any trademarks mentioned are the property of their owners, none of whom have certified any information provided here. Opinions expressed here are personal only and do not represent the policy of Winnipeg School Division No. 1 or any other organization anywhere.
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