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The original poster is attempting to install Thunderbird on a Windows 7 machine but ends up downloading a binary file instead of the executable, preventing the program from launching or appearing in shortcuts. A responder suggests downloading Thunderbird directly from Mozilla's official website to ensure the correct executable file. Overall, the thread addresses troubleshooting installation issues with Thunderbird on Windows 7, with the solution focusing on downloading from the official source.
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i'm trying to load Thunderbird on my upgraded Window7 computer. instead of downloading the exe for the application, it downloads a binary file, which does not load the program on my computer. it isn't in programs and none of the icons/shortcuts are on my computer. what am i doing wrong:wah:
 

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