c:\windows\system32\autoexec.nt. The system file is not suitable for running MS-DOS
and Microsoft Windows applications. Choose Close to terminate the application.
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=324767
Error message when you install or start an MS-DOS or 16-bit Windows-based program
Replace the standard version of autoexec.nt/config.nt by copying a backup copy
located in %windir%\repair\ to %windir%\system32\
(NB: %windir% is typically C:\Windows)
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;EN-US;314106
Troubleshooting MS-DOS-Based Programs in Windows
16-bit MS-DOS Subsystem error while installing or running a DOS application:
http://windowsxp.mvps.org/16bit.htm
note:-
Also can be caused by a Trojan installing a file windupdater.exe and
creating registry entries for that file.
http://groups.google.com/groups?selm...ing.google.com
AVAST (free antivirus software) can be the cause if SP2 is installed:
http://groups.google.com/groups?selm...%40comcast.com
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=314495
How to Troubleshoot 16-Bit Windows Programs in Windows XP
"Sam" <> wrote in message
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> When I place a game into the E drive, I get an error message that states
> "16 bit Window Subsystem"
> "C:\windows\system32\autoexec.nt. The system file is not suitable for
> running MS-DOS and Microsoft Windows applications. Choose Close to terminate
> the application."
>
> I have never seen this message before and have used these same games many
> times in the past. My kids really want to play these games, but I have done
> all I can do to get them going for them.
>
> Thanks!
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