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Program "is not a valid Win32 application"

I just downloaded a program (running XP Pro 32 bit) and when opening it I get this message saying its not a valid Win32 application.  I just downloaded it seconds ago and it obviously knows I'm running XP32bit.  This happened with another program  while back.  Other programs seem to run flawlessly.
The download is corrupt.  Download it again
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Oh please....It was downloaded from a reputable site.  Actually 2 different sites, both reputable.  Its a program I've been using for years.  The problem is obviously in the operating system.  Let's just focus on that.  There are hundreds, if not thousands of posts online about this problem.

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Looks like it was not compatible with XP 32bit.  One of these decades I'll have to update my OS.  I suppose I'm going to encounter this more and more using such an old OS.  You'd think they could identify my OS and provide the correct version though.  That's what usually happens.  And you'd think they would say what versions of Windows that particular version is compatible with so you could check before downloading.  

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cf. http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/protect/forum/protect_other-protect_scanning/no-audio-drivers-are-there-rkk-extension-virus/ed97f1cf-ed6c-4f65-b6d8-e354a1bc1daa

IMPORTANT! => The WinXP computer should NOT be connected to the internet or any other computers. All of your personal data (e.g., online banking & credit-card passwords) should be considered at-risk, if not already compromised.


FYI...


    • Support [and updates] for Windows XP ended on 08 April 2014
       http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/end-support-help


    • Microsoft security research paints bleak picture for WinXP users after 08 April 2014
       http://www.zdnet.com/microsoft-security-research-paints-bleak-picture-for-xp-users-7000022537/


    • Cyber threats to WinXP: Guidance for Home Users & Small Businesses
       http://blogs.technet.com/b/security/archive/2014/03/24/cyber-threats-to-windows-xp-and-guidance-for-small-businesses-and-individual-consumers.aspx


    • Office 2003 SP3: End of Extended Support
       http://support.microsoft.com/lifecycle/?p1=2488

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~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
Microsoft MVP (Windows Client) since October 2002

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