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How to run 16-bit apps in Windows 10 64-bit [STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE]
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Like the previous version of Windows OS, theWindows 10also comes with support for running the older programs not compatible with theWindows 1064bit edition. Since the Windows64-bitsystem lacks the 16-bit subsystem to run 16-bitapps, we need to try a workaround.
To install 16-bitappsinWindows 1064-bitwe need to install aVirtual Machinefirst and then install an older version of Windows OS likeXPonto it. After that, you can install most of the 16-bitappsinWindows 10viaVirtual Machine.
Can I run 16 bit programs on a 64 bit computer?
Install and configure VirtualBox
Do you want to use Windows XP forever? We’ve got your back.
Install the Windows XP OS
Install Guest Additions
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Tashreef Shareef
Tashreef Shareef is a software developer turned tech writer. He discovered his interest in technology after reading a tech magazine accidentally. Now he writes about everything tech from Windows to iOS and streaming services to IoT at WindowsReport.
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