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Open a Command Prompt as Administrator in Windows 7, Vista and Windows 2008

Often, even if you are logged on as a user which belongs to the local Administrators group, you may have to open a command prompt (or other program) as “administrator.”  Simply right-click the shortcut (Start, All Programs, Accessories, Command Prompt) and select Run As Administrator.

Applies to:

  • Windows 7
  • Windows 2008
  • Windows Vista