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What to do when you get an application “failed to install” message

Posted on May 31, 2023May 31, 2023
As a computer repair technician, you may encounter situations where an application gives you a “failed to install” error message. This can be frustrating and time-consuming, but there are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and fix the problem. Here are some common causes and solutions for Windows installation problems. Check the system requirements…
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