The release of Windows 7 has brought several Frequently Asked Questions about compatibility with Adobe Acrobat 9 and Adobe Reader 9. We answer those questions here.

Do Adobe Acrobat 9 and Adobe Reader 9 support Windows 7?
Yes. Adobe will support Windows 7 with Acrobat 9 and Adobe Reader 9. Earlier versions of Acrobat and Adobe Reader may run on Windows 7. However, Adobe does not support Acrobat 8, Adobe Reader 8 or prior versions on Windows 7 and does not plan to release updates to those versions for Windows 7 compatibility.

Do Adobe Acrobat 9 and Adobe Reader 9 require updates to be compatible with Windows 7?
Yes. Acrobat 9.2 and Adobe Reader 9.2 are required for compatibility with Windows 7. Acrobat 9 and Adobe Reader 9 users will automatically receive a free update if their preferences are set to check for updates. The updates can also be downloaded from Adobe Product Updates at http://www.adobe.com/downloads/updates.

What about older versions of Acrobat and Windows 7?
If you own Acrobat 6, Acrobat 7, or Acrobat 8 software, you are eligible for an upgrade to Acrobat 9. An Acrobat 9 upgrade can be purchased through your Adobe reseller/distributor. Upgrading to Acrobat 9 will ensure compatibility with Windows 7 and access to the latest product enhancements.

There are Home Premium, Professional and Ultimate versions of Windows 7.Which versions do the Adobe Acrobat family of solutions support?
Adobe Acrobat 9 solutions have been tested and are confirmed to operate on the Ultimate version of Windows 7, which includes all the features of the Windows 7 Home Premium and Professional versions.

For the most up-to-date specifications regarding operating systems, please visit www.adobe.com/support for details

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