How should I handle update errors (Moneydance on Windows)?

There is a known problem which exists when trying to automatically update Moneydance on Windows (esp. Vista). It is related to the way Windows handles file permissions.
This is the corresponding java error message:

java.io.FileNotFoundException: C:\Program Files (x86)\Moneydance\.\moneydance.jar (Access is denied)  
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Sometimes logging in as administrator allows the update to complete. This does not work for all users.
Currently, we do not have a fix.

However you can manually download the latest stable version from this link:
Download latest stable build, MD2008, MD2006

And if you want it, the latest preview release from this link:
Preview builds, MD2008 new download link
Preview builds, MD2010

Important note
Upgrading from MD2008 or previous versions to MD2010 is not a free update in all cases and may require you to buy a new/update license.
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