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File execution issues on Windows can stem from corrupted system files, incorrect file associations, permission restrictions, or security software interference. Common problems include inability to run .exe or .bat files, errors like 'Cannot create temp folder archive,' and files not found in the system PATH. Users have reported failures after system resets, Windows updates, or changes to default programs. Troubleshooting steps often involve checking file associations, clearing temporary folders, adjusting User Account Control settings, or reviewing AppLocker and firewall rules. For batch files, resetting the default program for .bat extensions may be necessary. In some cases, downloading files instead of running them directly can bypass execution failures.
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    Windows 10 I can't install any apps at all!

    I inadvertantly did a "reset" and lost all of my installed programs (apps), including Firefox and Chrome browsers, tax sofware, video editing software, etc. Now when I try to download and install them I get the error message "Can not create temp folder archive". I've tried booting in safe...
    • Richmond Dan
    • Thread
    • app installation chrome error message file execution firefox reset pc safe mode tax software temp files video editing
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  2. Mayank Kulshreshtha

    Windows 8 bat/exe files not found in path

    I have a Lenovo Ideapad s510p running original Windows 8.1. Bought it in May'14. The problem is that it's not able to find & run some bat & exe files given in the '%Path'. Whereas it can find some - it can't find some others. So it doesn't run them unless full path is specified. This is a big...
    • Mayank Kulshreshtha
    • Thread
    • batch file binaries command prompt configuration environment variables executable file execution lenovo mysql path path configuration pathext run issues software installation system variables troubleshooting user variables windows 8.1
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  3. News

    AppLocker blocks administrators and other high privileged group’s users from executing files...

    Continue reading...
    • News
    • Thread
    • administration applocker file execution security user privileges windows
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Knowledge Base (KB)
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    Windows 7 Allow download through Windows Firewall

    Hi, can I specifically allow a download of an execution file from a trusted website through Windows 7 firewall? I have excluded the file in webshield and real time shield of Avast Free. I have turned off SmartScreen Filter in IE9 and lowered IE9 security to medium. I don't have any other...
    • sheltiephil
    • Thread
    • avast cyberlink download file execution firewall internet explorer real-time protection smartscreen trusted sites windows 7
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 cannot run batch files

    Hi, a while ago a system tools type package changed my default program for opening .bat files. I have tried lots of things to fix this but my system simply cannot execute .bat files. I converted one of my .bat files to exe to see if it works so there isnt anything wrong with the files...
    • tom876
    • Thread
    • batch file default programs executable file execution troubleshooting windows settings windows tools
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 Internet Explorer run option for downloaded exes failes silently

    When I try to run an exe from the option that appears in the download dialog instead of saving it, after it finishes downloading the exe isn't ran and the download box closes, leaving me having to redownload it and forcing to save it in order to run it. I am posting this here, just incase...
    • temp4746
    • Thread
    • download exe files file execution internet explorer multiple computers running issues silent failures software bugs user experience windows update
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 forbiden access to cd/dvd drive from my computer

    I have a very stupid problem, I can't access files on cd or dvd from my computer. When I double click on cd/dvd icon in my computer, nothing happened. If I access cd/dvd drive from Speed Commander, I can see and copy files, but when I try to view or execute them I get the error massage: "Windows...
    • docpipe
    • Thread
    • access issues cd drive computer issues drive access dvd drive file execution permissions speed commander troubleshooting windows error
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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