Yeah I'm aware this isn't even an alpha version...anyway I reinstalled everything using the compatibility mode thingy - and taadaa it's working - latest version with all service packs and hotfixes...(same version as the other guy).

>Keep in mind that the Windows 8 you are using is not even a beta. Things will change before beta and again before RTM. But, compatability will be there...
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>http://www.geek.com/articles/chips/windows-8-details-revealed-will-be-very-different-but-still-compatible-2011061/
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>>Well it's not looking too good for VFP at the moment - I got it installed and it doesn't work - dies right after the splash screen. going to try a few things & see if I can get it going....grrrr - perhaps this is one last nail in the coffin for VFP...