Use a compiler that is matched to your OS perhaps?
Seriously, just because the compatibility layer makes simple "hello world" programs work for these fossil compilers doesn't mean you can then use them to go rummaging through the dark corners of the system with impunity.
Judging from some other recent threads, Win7 simply tells you to take a hike if you try to use crusty old Turbo C.
Do you want to wait that long before being forced into an upgrade, or take the time now and make a big step forward.
Also, your description is pretty meaningless without code.
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Y'know, I thought "he's been here for a while, I don't need to explain how to post code using the FRIKKIN CODE TAGS "
But apparently I was wrong.
So you can just stare at my signature instead.
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