Microsoft Downloads Troubleshooting

Reader Question:
“Hi Wally, I am having problems with Microsoft Downloads and wondering how to fix it?” - Michelle A., United Kingdom

Before addressing any computer issue, I always recommend scanning and repairing any underlying problems affecting your PC health and performance:

Step 1 : Download PC Repair & Optimizer Tool (WinThruster for Win 10, 8, 7, Vista, XP and 2000 – Microsoft Gold Certified).
Step 2 : Click “Start Scan” to find Windows registry issues that could be causing PC problems.
Step 3 : Click “Repair All” to fix all issues.

Setting up weekly (or daily) automatic scans will help prevent system problems and keep your PC running fast and trouble-free.

Wally’s Answer:

Overview of Microsoft Downloads

Free downloads are available all over the Internet for Microsoft operating systems, ranging from antivirus software, trial versions of Microsoft Office, to free stock trade alerts.

There are numerous sites that offer thousands of downloadable programs. Most of these employ a compression method such as PKZIP to compress several data modules into a single file. The name tag will end with “.zip” or “.exe.” These compressed files will then get uploaded onto a server that features file transfer capability.

ZIP files, which is a file compression method used by many Microsoft download publishers, must be unzipped before use. This can be done easily with a number of decompression tools such as WINZIP95, which is a free download itself, and available at several sites devoted to Windows. However, most decompression utilities are self-installing “.exe’ files, meaning that once downloading is completed, a double click of an icon fully implements the program’s execution.

After a file is selected for download onto your Microsoft Windows operating system, you will be asked to decide where to store it. The “Downloads” directory is a good place to store these files as it easy to remember, and won’t clutter common areas such as your desktop.

If the download has the “.zip” extension, double-clicking the file will initiate the “unzipping” program. This will then show you a list of the data files found within the downloaded ZIP file. One of these will usually be entitled README.TXT or a variation of such. This will contain explanations and instructions regarding the Microsoft download and its use.

What Problems are Associated with Microsoft Downloads?

There can be some issues when downloading programs for Microsoft operating systems. Windows can often interfere with the download process. Should you be thwarted while attempting a download, all programs should be disabled during the process except for your firewall. Microsoft offers various patches to correct specific error messages received in connection to this.

Also, with any Microsoft download or other programs, the Internet connection must remain stable throughout the process. If a system has successfully completed a download of 5MB or larger, it will be a good indication the Windows operating system has the sustainability needed.

Other download problems can arise with dial-up connections when call waiting systems or other telephone services are active. Incoming telephone calls can disrupt the download process.

You can monitor the transfer rate with the modern web. It should remain steady at 1.0 Kbps or greater. If the system displays frequent pauses or a pause that lasts a minute or longer, these can be a sign that the file being downloaded has been corrupted.

Fortunately, programs are available to deal with these download issues. These download-assist programs can be downloaded for free at a number of reputable download sites that can be easily found through some simple Internet searches.

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Is Your PC Healthy?

I always recommend to my readers to regularly use a trusted registry cleaner and optimizer such as WinThruster or CCleaner. Many problems that you encounter can be attributed to a corrupt and bloated registry.

Happy Computing!

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