Steven W

Did you mean this one... http://www.mdgx.com/add.htm#OFV OLD MS Office 2000/2002/2003 Compatibility Pack for Word, Excel + PowerPoint 2007 File Formats for Windows 98/98 SE/ME [27 MB, English]. Windows 98/98 SE/ME require KernelEx already installed. HTH @MDGX, I can't get the file you're pointing to to work, at least not with KernelEx 4.5 RC 4. I modified the file with Orca and it installs, but it just doesn't function. Am I missing something?

KernelEx 4.5 RC 4 is breaking ODF Converter Integrator. More accurately, it's breaking the bit that does the conversion, dependent on the .NET framework. I setup KernelEx for all programs... Could it be breaking the .net stuff again? http://katana.oooninja.com/w/odf-converter-integrator/download Using the "strawberry" exe. I know it functioned with RC1. Here's a link to a file that it should easily convert: http://examples.maartenballiauw.be/WordVisualizer/Documents/test.docx EDIT: A simple fix, navigate into the folder the program is installed in and disable KernelEx on OdfConverter.exe

You may need the High Encryption Pack http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ie/ie6/downloads/recommended/128bit/default.mspx Ignore the fact that the link includes the words IE6 -- look on the right side of the page and download the one labeled "Internet Explorer 5 for Windows 3.1 and Windows NT 3.51". HTH. Sorry, just noticed someone else already mentioned this!

I think the link you want is for the Web Edition: http://www.goosee.com/evewe/users/ Don't worry it's now free too, you can see that by reading here: http://www.goosee.com/evewe/index.html I haven't got it to successfully import any SVG files, but did create one and after some minor editing with notepad got it to display in FF. I'm not too familiar with the format...but I might be able to help you get started if you need it.

Well I did it. Ended up all that was left was to get a hold of the OpenOffice.org SDK version 2.4.3 and use the regcomp.exe at the command prompt: regcomp -register -r services.rdb -c writerfilter680mi I had to copy regcomp.exe to the "...Program Files\OpenOffice.org 2.4\program" directory to use it for those interested in doing this, I would not copy and paste my test above into the XCU files, I would do it from emacs for Windows (yes there's a version for 98, perhaps the latest; can't recall). If someone's really interested and would promise to back up their files, I'll zip my modified ones and upload somewhere. I will do this again from scratch to ensure my directions are correct and when I have the time, I'll test the files from OpenOffice.org 3.X. on my friends 98 box.

Well, this was a failure but, I did find some things that might interest anyone else in attempting to place the files from OxygenOffice 2.4.1 into OpenOffice 2.4.3: It appears that, ***at minimum*** 1 file needs added (writerfilter680mi.dll) and 3 files need modified (fcfg_writer_filters.xcu, fcfg_writer_types.xcu and services.rdb) The XCU files can easily be edited with Emacs for Windows. Here's the code I added to fcfg_writer_filters.xcu, from the equivalent file in OxygenOffice: <node oor:name="MS Word 2007" oor:op="replace"> <prop oor:name="Flags"><value>IMPORT ALIEN 3RDPARTYFILTER</value></prop> <prop oor:name="UIComponent"/> <prop oor:name="FilterService"><value>com.sun.star.comp.Writer.WriterFilter</value></prop> <prop oor:name="UserData"><value>OXML</value></prop> <prop oor:name="UIName"><value xml:lang="x-default">Microsoft Word 2007</value></prop> <prop oor:name="FileFormatVersion"><value>0</value></prop> <prop oor:name="Type"><value>writer_MS_Word_2007</value></prop> <prop oor:name="TemplateName"/> <prop oor:name="DocumentService"><value>com.sun.star.text.TextDocument</value></prop> </node> Here's the code added to fcfg_writer_types.xcu, again for OxygenOffice's equivalent: <node oor:name="writer_MS_Word_2007" oor:op="replace" > <prop oor:name="DetectService"><value>com.sun.star.comp.Writer.WriterFilterDetector</value></prop> <prop oor:name="URLPattern"/> <prop oor:name="Extensions"><value>docx</value></prop> <prop oor:name="MediaType"><value>application/msword</value></prop> <prop oor:name="Preferred"><value>true</value></prop> <prop oor:name="PreferredFilter"><value>MS Word 2007</value></prop> <prop oor:name="UIName"> <value>Microsoft Word 2007</value> </prop> <prop oor:name="ClipboardFormat"><value>MSWordDoc</value></prop> </node> Now I'm stuck with that "com.sun.star.comp.Writer.WriterFilterDetector" it seems to be a service that needs to be included in services.rdb. I'm not sure what that file is -- It can't be edited, maybe it's compiled. I did find this: http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=546723 which is obviously debian, but I saw this "code" on that page: / com.sun.star.comp.Writer.WriterFilterDetector / UNO / ACTIVATOR Value: Type = RG_VALUETYPE_STRING Size = 34 Data = "com.sun.star.loader.SharedLibrary" / SERVICES / com.sun.star.document.ExtendedTypeDetection / LOCATION Value: Type = RG_VALUETYPE_STRING Size = 63 Data = "vnd.sun.star.expand:$OOO_BASE_DIR/program/libwriterfilterli.so" I looks to me as if all this does is look for the so file, I'm guessing on windows it'd look for the dll. Anyway, I give up for now.

Some of you may know that unofficial OOos like OxygenOffice and Go-OO had an import filter for DOCX (and other Office 2007 files). I ran across this: http://wiki.services.openoffice.org/wiki/WriterFilter After reading that, I can't help thinking that by adding the appropriate files from OxygenOffice or ***perhaps*** (and it would be wonderful if this would work), OOo 3.x and modifying the appropriate xfu files (can be modified with notepad) in the ...Program Files\OpenOffice.org 2.4\share\registry\modules\org\openoffice\TypeDetection\Filter directory that maybe we could add import abilities to the official OOo 2.4.3. Just in case anyone asks why we simple wouldn't use the last versions of OxygenOffice or Go-OO for Windows 98, I recall someone pointing out that these had problems that don't exist in the official OOo. I can't recall what they were, perhaps someone could chime in. I note that there's a file called writerfilter680mi.dll (if I'm not mistaken it's called writerfiltermi.dll in OOo 3.x), in the OxygeOffice version 2.4.1 (last for Windows 98/ME). I ***believe*** that's the file of interest for DOCX import. I'm ***guessing*** by adding (or replacing) that file in the official 2.4.3 version and modifying fcfg_writer_filters.xcu, we should be able to add the ability to import DOCX files. Maybe someone else can take a look at this an figure it out. I'm going to start messing with it, but I'm on XP. Even version 3.x doesn't render DOCX files that well, so if you have another solution that works well I'd stick with it. Perhaps, in time, another solution can be made available. Forgive me if this was a bit rambling, I was trying to be thorough.

Under InstallExecuteSequence there's several entries that end with: AND (NOT Version9X) You may need to check those out and remove as necessary too.

Oops. Wrong place.

What did you modify, the lauch condition? I just managed it with Easy MSI editor..they claim 9x compatibility...I'm on XP, so can't verify: http://www.brothersoft.com/easy-msi-editor-70589.html Good luck!

If you extact the msi you created with 7-zip you'll notice that the cab file is missing....hmmm. Hopefully someone with more knowledge of Orca and MSI files can help here.

I apologize...MDGx was explaining how to get several versions...just follow the directions for version 2.0.3790. I see you did. No I don't think it should have made that big of a difference.

Could try modifying the MSI with Orca Msi editor...The latest version isn't compatible with 9x...here's text from an old post from MDGX to get a version that is compatible: Here's an old post of mine modifying the MSI for the word 2007 compatibility pack (scroll down for screenshot from Orca): Note, it didn't work, but might get you started. Obviously if something goes awry, don't blame anyone but yourself!

Okay, duh, yeah that should work. I finally put the 127.0.0.1 localhost line back in (without #) and although it worked once or twice in IE it finally stopped. Odd world!

This just got a little more odd...Firefox will not open Google.com, But IE will and I can also ping it. Editing, check this, pinging: 127.0.0.1? Should the ping be sucessful?

Hmmm, I've tried entering the line: 127.0.0.1 google.com doesn't seem to work, I've even tried adding: 127.0.0.1 localhost ::1 localhost Without the # seen above, just doesn't seem to work.

Has the Hosts file changed in 7? I noticed this which is different from every other version of Windows I've seen: # localhost name resolution is handled within DNS itself. # 127.0.0.1 localhost # ::1 localhost Is there different actions required in 7 to block sites? I'm not just looking to block in one app, but universally.

aru, thanks this is something Clam A/V has needed for a while. Have you ever had any discussions with them about integrating the two programs?

Not expecting much now days for 9x/ME. I was disappointed to see Avast go, but hardly surprised. I have started using XP/a Linux distro here at home only maintaining 98 for one friend now, there were three or four just a year ago. Kind of depressing.

I asked over at the Avast forum, and was told it would definately be dead sometime in 2010. A user there recommended Norman, it's a pay product and will supposedly die in 2011. (Please note I CAN NOT vouch for it, although I did Google and they seem to have a good rep in corporate circles.): http://www.norman.com/home/all_products/an..._single_user/en Can anyone recommend anything else?

You say download wrecked the computer. What was the download?

Sorry to report this guys: http://www.avast.com/internet-security#tab2

Not sure I'll need it, can get the files other ways. Thanks anyway.

Maximus Decim has a patch available: http://www.msfn.org/board/index.php?s=&amp...st&p=905305 I see he included an uninstall for *978207. @MDGx, I know you'll put this on your site. Would you please still keep the old one too? I have a feeling I ***may*** need it to solve my issue.

Never thought this info would come in handy for Win 98/ME user, but Xeno86 says TextMaker Office 2008 is working so... If you want Ashampoo Office 2008 (This is TextMaker's version with the Ashampoo "brand" slapped on it) for free: Visit: http://www.softmaker.de/reg/ash08_en.htm Note, free registration required Download the program here: http://download16.ashampoo.com/m/ashampoo_...2008_310_fm.exe There's an update here: http://www.softmaker.net/down/ofw505.exe Additional dictionaries and proofing tools here (link should be provided in the email with registration info): http://www.softmaker.net/down/smw08dict.exe Swiss German, French, French (Canada), Italian, Spanish, Spanish (Latin America), Portuguese, Portuguese (Brazil), Dutch, Danish, Swedish, and Norwegian.