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[1-13] How do I install Quake?
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[1-13] How do I install Quake?

Learn how to install Quake by unzipping files with PKUNZIP and running the install command.

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Learn how to install Quake by unzipping files with PKUNZIP and running the install command.

  • Quake game files (either a 9MB file or 7 disk-sized files).
  • PKUNZIP utility. If you don't have it, check old magazine coverdisks or download it from ftp://ftp.simtel.net/pub/simtelnet/msdos/pkz204g.exe (for DOS) or the Windows version from the same source.
Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Use PKUNZIP to unzip all the .ZIP files containing Quake.
  2. 2
    After unzipping, type the command 'install' in your command prompt.
  3. 3
    Follow the instructions that appear on your screen to complete the installation.
Tips
  • If you're having trouble finding PKUNZIP, old magazine coverdisks are a good place to look.

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