How do I install Flash Player for the first time?

[shalistair]

I have tried installing 'the latest version' as prompted by various sites for which I need Flash Player.The installation appears to go ahead successfully but when I try to view the site again, it prompts me to download again.I checked my Programmes and I don't seem to have FlashPlayer at all, let alone an older version.I am using Windows XP. I have pretty basic computer skils so very 'idiot guide' level help would be appreciated! Thanks!

[pwillener · Accepted solution]

What browser do you use?  If IE:

• http://forums.adobe.com/thread/885448
• http://forums.adobe.com/thread/867968

shalistair wrote:

I checked my Programmes...

Flash Player is a browser add-on, not an executable program - you won't find it in your Program Files.

[shalistair]

Thank you very much indeed ! Flash player was disabled (no idea why) on my system, now enabled and working.