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Unable to understand installing programs

Archived thread 1631694 from Delhi Team. Markdown source: Delhi_Team/thread_1631694_Unable_to_understand_installing_programs.md

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#1

I had downloaded Ubuntu 10.10 i386 on 24th nov. I use Windows 7 Ultimate x64, I mounted the image using magicdisc and installed it inside Windows. I am unable to install any program. The Wine program description showed that it is incompatible with i386. Also, whenever I try to install any game it asks me the password and then nothing happens. Even the history doesn't show any change. Is this due to installing inside Windows? I want to install Nokia pc suite in Ubuntu. Please help.

#2

Hi did you update the repository first, try to update he repository sudo apt-get update after this open the ubuntu software center and install your app

#3

I think barry.yarl is put up good idea on how to install programs. I think his advice will help you.

#4

Try using window based programs with Wine or Crossover