How do I change the file association to a program with the same name in Windows 7?

You could always make the change in the registry under:

HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT and HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes

But I would highly recommend the program Types from Sourceforge for control over all parts of the association process.

You can try free Default Programs Editor. I have a good experience with it.

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I would use Creative Elements Power Tools, specifically the "File Type Doctor".

http://www.creativelement.com/powertools/#download (to download)

http://forums.techarena.in/tips-tweaks/989159.htm (for a screenshot)

This has the advantage of looking almost exactly like the XP file association area, so you would be familiar with it.

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