Some documents and media referred to in this and other VA Websites
may require specialized reader software to view these files if your computer
does not have the same software that was used to create the files.
If you are having difficulty viewing the referred to files you probably
do not have the required software. This would be true for files with
filename extension like .doc, .ppt, .xls, .pdf, .jpg, .wmv, etc.
The links provided below will assist in finding and downloading free
document reader software. Installing the appropriate reader software on
your computer will allow you to view these files. Each site has directions
for software installation which are usually quick and easy to follow.
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External Link Disclaimer:
All the links marked with an asterisk ( * )
are External links. By clicking on these links, you will leave the Department
of Veterans Affairs Website. VA does not endorse and is not responsible
for the content of the linked website.
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Free Viewers, Plug-Ins and Readers
Company |
Product Name |
Windows |
Mac |
Other |
Adobe |
Adobe Reader*
(External link - see disclaimer above) |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Apple |
QuickTime*(External link - see disclaimer above) |
Yes |
Yes |
N/A |
Macromedia |
Flash Player *(External link - see disclaimer above) |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Microsoft |
MS Office Viewers*(External link - see disclaimer above)
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Visio |
Yes |
No |
No |
Microsoft |
Windows Media Player - PC*
Windows Media Player - MAC*
(External link - see disclaimer above)
|
Yes |
Yes |
N/A |
Paperport |
Paperport Viewer*(External link - see disclaimer above) |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Real Player |
Free RealPlayer*(External link - see disclaimer above) |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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