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Creating a Test Environment 
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neatComponents needs a machine with Windows 2003 Server.

If you do not have one available, then you can use Virtualization to create a test environment.

It is a straightforward procedure, and it is free for testing

Step 1: Create a virtual machine 

It is a simple procedure to install a free virtual machine onto a modern Windows XP box.

This link to VMWARE will take you to the right place.

    • Runs on any standard x86 hardware
    • Installs like an application, with quick and easy, wizard-driven installation
    • Quick and easy, wizard-driven virtual machine creation

Step 2: Install Windows 2003 Server

Microsoft provide a free trial download and license for Windows 2003 Server.

You can get the download here for the 32-bit Standard edition.

Read these notes on configuring the operating system

Step 3: Install neatComponents

This is a simple process, described here


Alternatively, Microsoft provide Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2 Enterprise Edition as a free trial VHD Click here for more details. 

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Installing neatComponents