With most versions of windows hyperterminal is under add/remove programs - windows components. On my WinXP PC it is not there, but it was installed by default during windows installation. When you install it you will probably have to tell it where to look for the CAB files.

Jethro wrote:
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> While I was waiting for your response, I took a look at problem
> machine 2. I find that hyperterminal is NOT installed on that
> machine. No idea why not - it should be like machine 1 in that
> respect. How do I install hyperterminal? I tried what a web site
> said to do under add/remove programs, but I couldn't get it to work.
>
> Someone help me? I've fallen and I can't get up! :<)
>
> Jethro

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