Here we will address some recent issues with the new Workshop Beta.

When I try to install it says I already have a newer version installed?

If you have the Workshop Pattern Tool installed you need to uninstall that first. The pattern tool is now fully integrated into the TSR Workshop framework.

When I try to install and/or launch the program my security software gives me a warning - is this spyware?

Not at all. Firewall/security programs always offer warnings for any software accessing the net, and the Workshop is no different.  If your firewall/security program gives you any warnings during install, it is safe to proceed.  The Workshop connects to the internet for three things:

(1) To check that you have the latest version of the Workshop.
(2) To display a range of featured creations recently made with the Workshop as well as the latest news.
(3) To connect to your TSR account if you have one, enabling you to upload any creations you want to share easily.

Do I need .Net Framework to use this?

Yes you do. You can grab the latest version from here: http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/netframework/cc378097.aspx

Does the files I create replace existing content in the game?

No, the created files are entirely new sims3pack files that work standalone.

Do I need a special installation program for the created content?

No, since they are normal sims3pack files they install the normal way.

Must I upload my creations to TSR?

We have tested and confirmed most of the content created with TSR Workshop, with the exception of meshes. Meshing is still on an experimental level and thus we would prefer that you only upload new meshes to TSR until we can confirm they will not cause problems and we're no longer in a beta phase. This is to make sure any "damaged goods" is not spread too far around the community, making it very tedious to repair if needed. So the simple answer is no, you can upload your creations anywhere you want, with the exception being meshes.

Hope this helps some of you with problems and questions!