How can I use windows search to search for pdf files containing a specific word?

I have a folder with several pdf files. When I use windows search for a word that I know exists in one of the files, I get no results. It does not work when I use the content: either.

How can I use windows search to search for pdf files containing a specific word?

Do I need to install something to activate search within .pdf?

If you use Win7 32 bit, the iFilter is bundled with Acrobat Reader 9. On Win7 64-bit, you will need to install it separately.

http://www.Adobe.com/support/downloads/detail.jsp?ftpID=4025

Peter

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