Unable to understand installing programs

[Utkarsh Ray]

I had downloaded Ubuntu 10.10 i386 on 24th nov. I use Windows 7 Ultimate x64, I mounted the image using magicdisc and installed it inside Windows. I am unable to install any program. The Wine program description showed that it is incompatible with i386. Also, whenever I try to install any game it asks me the password and then nothing happens. Even the history doesn't show any change. Is this due to installing inside Windows? I want to install Nokia pc suite in Ubuntu.
Please help.

[barry.yarl]

Hi did you update the repository first,
try
to update he repository
sudo apt-get update
after this open the ubuntu software center and install your app

[Husens]

I think barry.yarl is put up good idea on how to install programs.
I think his advice will help you.

[aakashbhatnagar]

Try using window based programs with Wine or Crossover