Certain Programs Do Not Run Simultaneously on Multiple User Accounts (300820)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
  • Microsoft Windows XP Professional
This article was previously published under Q300820

SYMPTOMS

A program does not run simultaneously on two sessions or for two different users when the users are logged on with the Fast User Switching feature. In addition, the program may not launch or the user may receive a message stating that the program is already running.

CAUSE

This behavior occurs because the program was not tested or designed to run in multiple user accounts simultaneously.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this behavior, contact the manufacturer of the program for a newer version that has been tested for Windows XP.

STATUS

This behavior is by design.

MORE INFORMATION

The following program does not run two instances when the Fast User Switching feature is enabled:
  • Where in the World is Carmen San Diego v3.1
This behavior is also displayed with Us Sydney 200 from Eidos software.
Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:1/15/2006
Keywords:kb3rdparty kbinterop kbprb KB300820
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