How do I upgrade Flash?

[Scoop61]

I tried to upgrade to the latest version of Flash player, but it will not install--I'm getting a message to shut down internet explorer--when I do it still won't install. Now I seem to have lost my earleir version of Flash, which I desperately need. Suggestions? I am using a PC with Windows XP.

[Jeff A Wright]

Moving this discussion to the Installing Flash Player forum.

[pwillener · Accepted solution]

You have to close all instances of IE; check with the Task Manager's Processes tab.

You also must close any messengers, chat clients, Skyper, etc. - anything that uses Flash Player.

[Scoop61]

Thanks!