How To turn off 'DEP'

This article is applicable in the following environments:

• Windows 7
• Windows 8/8.1
• Windows Server 2008/R2
• Windows Server 2012/R2

[STEPS]

1. Click Start (or Run) and type SystemPropertiesDataExecutionPrevention
2. Ensure "Turn on DEP for essential Windows programs and services only" else, select this.
3. A restart of the operating system is required if change made.