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Adobe Reader 7

Disable Add-Ons When Downloading

SUMMARY: Don't download the Yahoo! Toolbar or other add-ons when downloading Adobe Reader 7.

When downloading Adobe Reader 7 from the web, make sure to read the full "Step 2 of 2" box before clicking "Continue". Depending on your operating system and whether or not you selected that you have a broadband connection, by default you may also be downloading the Adobe Yahoo! Toolbar and Photoshop Album 2.0 Started Edition as well. If you do not wish to download these add-ons, be sure to uncheck the appropriate box or boxes before clicking "Continue".

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