Setting up fax

I have just up started using vista home premium but can not get the fax
to work.
I have clicked on all programs but can not find windows fax and scan to
swich it on.
If anyone can help I would be greatful.

Rickpo


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rickpo

rickpo wrote:

>
> I have just up started using vista home premium but can not get the fax
> to work.
> I have clicked on all programs but can not find windows fax and scan to
> swich it on.
> If anyone can help I would be greatful.

Windows Fax is not available in Vista Home Premium. If you don't want to
upgrade to Ultimate (rather silly to spend so much for just one thing), use
third-party software. Some people have reported good results with Snappy
Fax.

Malke
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MS-MVP
Elephant Boy Computers - Don't Panic!
FAQ - http://www.elephantboycomputers.com/#FAQ

Thanks Malke

I must say that I,m a bit disapointed that it isn't included but I'l
give Snappy a try

Thanks again

Rickpo

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rickpo

For those with Vista Home or Basic, there are a number of alternatives:

Snappy Fax
http://www.snappysoftware.com/
RKSFax
http://www.rkssoftware.com/rksfax/overview.html
VentaFax
http://www.ventafax.com/
FaxTalk FaxCenter Pro 7.5
http://www.faxtalk.com/products/ftfcp/index.htm

I've seen reports that the free version of BVRP works with Vista also:

http://www.usr.com/bvrp/bvrp.asp
BVRP PhoneTools

Since the above comes bundled with new USR modems, I don't know if it will
work with non-USR modems. You can also send Faxes via your Internet
connection provided you are willing to pay for an Internet E-Faxing service:

http://www.slipstick.com/addins/serv...tm#internetfax
Personal Fax Services - Internet Fax
http://www.savetz.com/fax/
FAQ: How can I send a fax from the Internet?

Hal
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Senior Engineer/MIS -- MS MVP-Print/Imaging -- WA7BGX
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> Thanks Malke,
>
> I must say that I,m a bit disapointed that it isn't included but I'll
> give Snappy a try.
>
> Thanks again,
>
> Rickpo.
>
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> rickpo