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copying and emailing files

i have a program on my computer which i wish to copy and email to a relative.
how do i do this?
i know where to locate the file itself but cannot seem to get my head around trying to copy it.

it is not copyrighted MSE, so there is no need to pull this thread.
fatblokexl
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  • gizmoleeds
    gizmoleeds Posts: 2,232 Forumite
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    When you say program - do you have the original install file?

    As when you install a program on your computer it will usually put dozens (if not hundreds or thousands) of files on which make it work.

    If you have the original install file you can just attach this to an email like any other (click attach in your email window, choose the file and send).
  • stevo25
    stevo25 Posts: 59 Forumite
    you cant email it via gmail as it blocks all .exe files ive tried also with a piece of s/w that is freeware to get it home
    be happy!
  • gizmoleeds
    gizmoleeds Posts: 2,232 Forumite
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    stevo25 wrote:
    you cant email it via gmail as it blocks all .exe files ive tried also with a piece of s/w that is freeware to get it home
    Change the extension to .doc and send it with instructions for the recipient to do the same in reverse.
  • squeaky
    squeaky Posts: 14,129 Forumite
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    It might just be easier to find a download source for the program and point your friend to the relevant web site, if you can.
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