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MS-DOS 16-bit error

Anonymous
2019-03-29T20:29:55+00:00

I have been running Windows 10 and others before without problem. Suddenly, today, I get an error message when trying to run some DOS programs. The error is:

16-bit MS-DOS Subsystem

Command Prompt - program

config.nt. The system file is not suitable for running MS-DOS and Microsoft Windows applications. Choose Close to terminate the application.

HELP. Thanks, Horst Truestedt

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Settings

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  1. Anonymous
    2019-03-29T20:32:07+00:00

    Hi, HorstTruestedt

    My name is Kathleen and I am an Independent Advisor. I would be happy to help you today.

    Check this link, I hope it helps

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-gb/help/305521...

    Let us know if these steps help you to resolve the issue.

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  2. Anonymous
    2019-03-29T21:00:03+00:00

    16-bit applications aren't supported on Windows 10. You can install an MS-DOS virtual machine (which is what I do) or install a DOS emulator like DOSBox.

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  3. Anonymous
    2019-03-29T20:54:54+00:00

    I checked the Command.com, autoexec.nt, and config.nt and they are all as indicated in your previous note.

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  4. Anonymous
    2019-03-29T20:53:41+00:00

    I don't have the CD for Windows 10. An Windows update occurred yesterday - these programs have worked for many years before today.

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  5. DaveM121 872.1K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2019-03-29T20:36:21+00:00

    Hi Horst,

    Please see the solution proposed by Microsoft on this page:

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-ie/help/305521...

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