If you are encountering the following error, "A required security module can not be activated. This program can not be executed." when attempting to start the game, please review the following links for further assistance:

http://yodashelpdesk.lucasarts.com/faq.asp?sid=0&pid=1491&pnm=Star%20Wars%20Empire%20at%20War&seid=4044&pos=Windows%20XP&top=All&rid=23300)

http://www.securom.com/support_enduser.asp?t=2&ts1=4)

We appreciate your patience on this and we're confident that the above information will lead to a positive solution for those encountering this.

DMUK