Yes, MS Office 97 works with Windows XP.
Did you install and use it while logged in as administrator
Did you have all other running software including antivirus
software shutdown when installing?
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Will office 97 work with xp pro??? I tried and it
locked up my operating system.. Thanks >>
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I hope this helps you,
Bob Buckland ?

MS Office System Products MVP
*Courtesy is not expensive and can pay big dividends*
The Office 2003 System parts explained
http://microsoft.com/uk/office/preview/system.asp
MS on 'Why Office System 2003'
http://microsoft.com/mscorp/execmail/2003/10-13productivity.asp