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[inquirer]

I am running word 2003 sp2 and have kept it updated. Someone has just
sent me a .docx file which I can't read.
I downloaded and installed FileFormatConverters.exe from MS but I still
can't read the docx.
Everytime I tried to load the docx file I get a message saying "this is
a pre-release version of he compatibility pack.... do you want to check
for a new version..."
I click yes but then only get the choice to download the
FileFormatConverters.exe I have already downloaded.
Can anyone tell me what is happening please?
Thanks
Chris

 

[Mojo]

I believe what you need is the "Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack",
rather than the converter you have downloaded so far. Find it at
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/products/HA101686761033.aspx. It's a
rather large download, so be prepared to spend some time on it if you
don't have a speedy connection. The Compatibility Pack includes
support for the .docx format you're trying to open, as well as filters
for Excel and PowerPoint.

Mojo

 

[inquirer]

Mojo
That link leads me to the FileFormatConverters.exe program which I have
already downloaded and which did not solve the problem.