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How do I Install Quicken 2010 in Ubuntu 9.10 as I am new to Linux?

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Thread follow-up — asked about Quicken 2010 on Ubuntu 9.10; the thread contains two common but incomplete viewpoints: points out Quicken isn’t a native Linux app, and reports success using Wine. Both are useful starting points, but there are practical tradeoffs to weigh: compatibility layers (Wine/CrossOver/PlayOnLinux) can run many Quicken releases, while a full Windows VM gives the most reliable behavior for downloads and updates. (community.quicken.com)

If you want to experiment without buying a Windows license, try Wine/PlayOnLinux first. Use a dedicated 32-bit wineprefix, install required runtime pieces with winetricks (fonts, and .NET if your Quicken edition needs it), run the Quicken installer from the CD/ISO, then apply official Quicken patches offline. If the installer misbehaves, disable network during setup and install patches afterward. PlayOnLinux provides a GUI wrapper and can simplify creating isolated prefixes. Example (run from a shell to create a 32-bit prefix and start the installer): 

WINEARCH=win32 WINEPREFIX=~/wine/quicken wine setup.exe

Test with a copy of your data file, not the live file. (forum.winehq.org)

For the few people who need dependable bank downloads or long-term stability, install a licensed copy of Windows inside VirtualBox and run Quicken there — file and USB sharing between host and guest is straightforward, and the VM isolates Quicken from the aging host OS. This is the most predictable option for online features. (virtualbox.org)

Always back up before you try anything: use Quicken’s Backup/Restore to write a .QDF or backup file to a USB drive and restore it through Quicken rather than simply copying the active file. Also note Ubuntu 9.10 (Karmic Koala) reached end-of-life in April 2011 — running an unsupported host is a security risk, so consider upgrading the host or using a VM for isolation. Test on copies, keep multiple backups, and if you want commercial support for running Quicken on Linux consider CrossOver. (quicken.com)

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I use quicken on ubuntu 9.10 with no problems. It will install with wine.
My wife uses windows and she backs up her quicken to a flash drive, I then restore my files with the flash drive. Works great.

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How do I Install Quicken 2010 in Ubuntu 9.10 as I am new to Linux?

You can install quicken in ubuntu 9.10 Using wine. Hope this helps.
JWM

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