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"SERIOUS ERROR RECOVERY" (by =?Utf-8?B?TW9sbHlzcGF1c2U=?= on 1 Jun 2004, 1 reply)
Hellllllllllllllp. I continually get a "system has recovered from a serious error" message right after I crash of course. I send the error report to Microsoft and the results is a message that says the problem is my Synaptics touchpad does not have a current driver. Microsoft gives me a link to Synaptics, which in turn tells me to get my driver from Gateway. Gateway has me do a troubleshoot using Synaptics' system built into my computer, and of course, it asks me if I want a Synaptics update. When I click for the update, I am told that there is no better driver than the one I have. And so, I am in this endless loop of system recovery, microsoft claiming it's Synaptics, and Synaptics saying my driver is already current. Any ideas? Please email me and know that I am not a hardware specialist:) I have about had it with windows XP and wish to God I could go back to Windows 98. ... (more)

"SERIOUS ERROR RECOVERY" (by =?Utf-8?B?TW9sbHlzcGF1c2U=?= on 1 Jun 2004, 1 reply)

Hellllllllllllllp. I continually get a "system has recovered from a serious error" message right after I crash of course. I send the error report to Microsoft and the results is a message that says the problem is my Synaptics touchpad does not have a current driver. Microsoft gives me a link to Synaptics, which in turn tells me to get my driver from Gateway. Gateway has me do a troubleshoot using Synaptics' system built into my computer, and of course, it asks me if I want a Synaptics update. When I click for the update, I am told that there is no better driver than the one I have. And so, I am in this endless loop of system recovery, microsoft claiming it's Synaptics, and Synaptics saying my driver is already current. Any ideas? Please email me and know that I am not a hardware specialist:) I have about had it with windows XP and wish to God I could go back to Windows 98. ... (more)

want a quick way to type Email address (by =?Utf-8?B?cGF1bA==?= on 1 Jun 2004, 2 replies)
Hi Can anyone tell me if it’s possible to create a key’s that will automatically type in my email address?. Maybe by using ctrl and @ or that sort of thing Thanks ... (more)

RE: Loading Personal Settings takes forever Please help (by =?Utf-8?B?ZGF2ZS5hcG1hbg==?= on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)
Many of us here where I work experience the same problem. We are running up to date and virus free Windows 2000 and Windows XP pro. Our computers are on a lan with internet access. The W2000 computer on my desk (1.5 Ghz, 512 Mb memory) works reasonably, but if I logon to another computer on the network (using my same login group and name) it takes about 5 minutes for it to "load my personal settings", whatever that means. I might expect it to be slow the first time it does this (loads my settings accross the network) but it take five minutes every time I log onto that machine. A 30 second delay is unacceptable, 1.5 to five minutes is rediculous. ... (more)

RE: Loading Personal Settings takes forever Please help (by =?Utf-8?B?ZGF2ZS5hcG1hbg==?= on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)

Many of us here where I work experience the same problem. We are running up to date and virus free Windows 2000 and Windows XP pro. Our computers are on a lan with internet access. The W2000 computer on my desk (1.5 Ghz, 512 Mb memory) works reasonably, but if I logon to another computer on the network (using my same login group and name) it takes about 5 minutes for it to "load my personal settings", whatever that means. I might expect it to be slow the first time it does this (loads my settings accross the network) but it take five minutes every time I log onto that machine. A 30 second delay is unacceptable, 1.5 to five minutes is rediculous. ... (more)

power point (by =?Utf-8?B?c2hhbm5vbg==?= on 1 Jun 2004, 2 replies)
Does XP home edition have programs such as microsoft excel and powerpoint? ... (more)

Re: Norton Systemworks compatability? (by =?Utf-8?B?Q2Fzc2ll?= on 1 Jun 2004, 4 replies)
I have had enormus difficulty in trying to install NSW 2004 on Windows XP; when I first installed it I finally called Symantec and my particular problem was unsual--so they said. I have had to do a repair installation of XP and for some reason that I can't remember I uninstalled NSW 2004 and now I myself in a quagmire of installation hades once more. I have tried phoning Symantec, but so far haven't gotten through, UGH. Any ideas? Thanks. ... (more)

Re: Norton Systemworks compatability? (by =?Utf-8?B?Q2Fzc2ll?= on 1 Jun 2004, 4 replies)

I have had enormus difficulty in trying to install NSW 2004 on Windows XP; when I first installed it I finally called Symantec and my particular problem was unsual--so they said. I have had to do a repair installation of XP and for some reason that I can't remember I uninstalled NSW 2004 and now I myself in a quagmire of installation hades once more. I have tried phoning Symantec, but so far haven't gotten through, UGH. Any ideas?

Thanks. ... (more)

what do cookies actually do? (by tarquinlinbin on 01 Jun 2004, 5 replies)
I know they flag up to servers/websites that ive been there before but i notce that in my cookies files folder it also has my name appended to the cookie. Are we saying then that joe blogs (username) becomes personally known to the remote site?? ... (more)

Windows Explorer crashes when particular file selected or moused over (by =?Utf-8?B?Z3Zt?= on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)
I have the wierdest problem. I used Pinnacle to create an AVI file. If I mouseover the file name in indows Explorer, I get the message "windows explorer has encountered an error and must close down". I have re-created the file and the problem still occurs. The problem does not occur if I select other AVI files that were produced in the same way. I repeated the same process now using a different AVI codec and the problem still remains. The file name is 3.avi. I renamed the file three.avi and the problem still occurs. What is going on? ... (more)

Windows Explorer crashes when particular file selected or moused over (by =?Utf-8?B?Z3Zt?= on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)

I have the wierdest problem. I used Pinnacle to create an AVI file. If I mouseover the file name in indows Explorer, I get the message "windows explorer has encountered an error and must close down". I have re-created the file and the problem still occurs. The problem does not occur if I select other AVI files that were produced in the same way. I repeated the same process now using a different AVI codec and the problem still remains. The file name is 3.avi. I renamed the file three.avi and the problem still occurs. What is going on? ... (more)

flashing disc next to cursor (by =?Utf-8?B?c25vd3NraQ==?= on 1 Jun 2004, 1 reply)
i have a flashing disc next to my cursor that seems to be prompting me to do something although i do not know what. i am new to xp so any ideas would be appreciated. i have tried to open and close my cd or dvd drives, and also played or used each, but cannot get rid of the prompt. ... (more)

RE: i think i may have a virus on my Pc (by =?Utf-8?B?QkFS?= on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)
You can buy several 'packaged' Anti-Virus Software products: more respected is that from McAfee and Norton. A free product is AVG Free Edition www.grisoft.com/us/us_dwnl_free.php ... (more)

driver problems (by =?Utf-8?B?YW5kcmV3?= on 1 Jun 2004, 3 replies)
hi i am trying to get an old PB scanner 61248 to work with xp,i have downloaded the driver but can't get it to work,thanxs in advance ... (more)

attachments to email from Microsoft Works Word processor (by =?Utf-8?B?RG90dGll?= on 1 Jun 2004, 2 replies)
No one can read attachments to email using Microsoft Works Word processor. Is Wordpad or Notepad any better? ... (more)

repeating clip (by =?Utf-8?B?YXBwbw==?= on 1 Jun 2004, 2 replies)
i am learning to drive at the moment, and my driving instructor gave me a hazard perception disc it has video clips on it. It use to work but i can't play it now it just keeps repeating itself on one clip, but you can abort clip and skip that to the next one, but you do not get scored on it , the cd works on my friends laptop i've tried all sorts and i just can't sort it out please help ... (more)

repeating clip (by =?Utf-8?B?YXBwbw==?= on 1 Jun 2004, 2 replies)

i am learning to drive at the moment, and my driving instructor gave me a hazard perception disc it has video clips on it. It use to work but i can't play it now it just keeps repeating itself on one clip, but you can abort clip and skip that to the next one, but you do not get scored on it , the cd works on my friends laptop i've tried all sorts and i just can't sort it out please help ... (more)

window explorer and internet explorer wont retain settings (by =?Utf-8?B?UGhpbA==?= on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)
I make changes to the toolbars and view settings. IE View address bar, status, no text on icons etc. When ever I reboot my machine these settings are not retained. Any ideas, or do you know the name of the reg keys? Your help is appreciated. ... (more)

User Profile issues (by =?Utf-8?B?Q0NJIEFkbWlu?= on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)
I have an issue with a newly installed student machine, logged on to a 2003 network. For some reason, the student is able to log on to the domain, get access to shared folders on the file server ect, but instead of her profile settings being in her profile folder (which does exist) all her profile info is being sent to a Temp folder in the user profiles. This temp profile was never created. Has anyone ever heard of this situation? ... (more)

User Profile issues (by =?Utf-8?B?Q0NJIEFkbWlu?= on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)

I have an issue with a newly installed student machine, logged on to a 2003 network. For some reason, the student is able to log on to the domain, get access to shared folders on the file server ect, but instead of her profile settings being in her profile folder (which does exist) all her profile info is being sent to a Temp folder in the user profiles. This temp profile was never created. Has anyone ever heard of this situation? ... (more)

explorer blocked, then get error msg (by =?Utf-8?B?dG9uaSBoZW1zb24=?= on 1 Jun 2004, 3 replies)
Hi - I am unable to open folders in windows explorer. I open My Computer, click or right click to open C:, get a list of folders. Trying to open any folder causes an error message that says windows encountered an error and must close the program. Note, this problem doesn't affect my E drive (removable). ... (more)

mother board gone bad reinstall (by =?Utf-8?B?Q29uZnVzZWQgYW5kIFBlcnBsZXhlZA==?= on 1 Jun 2004, 3 replies)
I have a machine with xp that the mother board has gone bad. How does one replace the motherboard and then get xp reinstalled??? ... (more)

RE: Soundcontrol trouble! (by =?Utf-8?B?cGF1bHhtdw==?= on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)
Hi ok have you downloaded the correct sound card controler if so put it in a new folder ... (more)

Unrecognized Version of Windows Files (by =?Utf-8?B?TWlrZSBDLg==?= on 1 Jun 2004, 4 replies)
"I keep getting the message: Files that are required for Windows to run properly have been replaced by unrecognized versions. To maintian systems stability, Windows must restore the original versions of these files. Insert your Windows XP Home Edition CD-ROM now." HP System Recovery will not work for any of my dates... ... (more)

copy n paste (by =?Utf-8?B?amF5?= on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)
hi i was just wondering if anyone knows how to fix this problem the problem is everytime i copy something i cant paste it e.g i copy a url or do print screen then try pasting it i can not click the paste button i have tried lots of times so it cant be anything like the keyboard or mouse thanks ... (more)

Access denied after taking Ownership (by =?Utf-8?B?QnV6eg==?= on 1 Jun 2004, 1 reply)
I preformed a system recovery and then took "ownership" in safe mode. But after restart it goes back to owner and still won't let me in my stuff. HELP!!!!! Thanks in advance ... (more)

change log users (by =?Utf-8?B?YnViYmE=?= on 1 Jun 2004, 1 reply)
i cant change log on accounts......it just stays the same i can change them on sign on but not after i log on ..im stuck with the log name i signed on with ... (more)

Explorer bar on Desktop (by =?Utf-8?B?RHVzdHk=?= on 1 Jun 2004, 1 reply)
Hi I have no idea what I have done, but on my desktop I have a bar running down the side with the standard explorer >Folder Tasks, Other Places, Details. And to make matter worse if I click on my explorer shortcut on the desktop, the hour glass comes up and nothing happens. Now I know the desktop runs on the explorer "engine" but I cannot find anywhere to change this setting. Can anybody help? Thanx ... (more)

Explorer bar on Desktop (by =?Utf-8?B?RHVzdHk=?= on 1 Jun 2004, 1 reply)

Hi
I have no idea what I have done, but on my desktop I have a bar running down the side with the standard explorer >Folder Tasks, Other Places, Details. And to make matter worse if I click on my explorer shortcut on the desktop, the hour glass comes up and nothing happens. Now I know the desktop runs on the explorer "engine" but I cannot find anywhere to change this setting.
Can anybody help?
Thanx ... (more)

Reinstall entry point problem (by =?Utf-8?B?RGF2ZUQ=?= on 1 Jun 2004, 1 reply)
UNREGMP2.EXE The procedure entry point GETIUMS could not be located in the dynamic link library MSDART.DLL. ... (more)

Print macros (by =?Utf-8?B?Sm9l?= on 1 Jun 2004, 1 reply)
Hi all, I have created a print macro in word that selects a specific printer so I can print double sided, but when I ... (more)

Login page keeps returning (by =?Utf-8?B?UGF1bCBW?= on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)
I recently started having a problem with the login page returning after the computer sits idle for more than 15 seconds of more. You can't even read anything without moving the mouse or the screen will immediately flip to the login page. I appreciate any help. Thanks - Paul ... (more)

Erroe Message (by =?Utf-8?B?SkFDSw==?= on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)
Whenever my desktop is open (always) I get an eror message in a blue box. The message says, OPXPA-exe-Application Error. Beneath that is a read circle with an "x" in it and next to that it says "The application failed to inotoalize properly (Oxc0000142). Click on OK to terminate the application". When I click on OK, the error message disappears temporarily, but it ALWAYS returns. Can someone please advise me as to how to get rid of that eror message?? Thanks. ... (more)

Erroe Message (by =?Utf-8?B?SkFDSw==?= on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)

Whenever my desktop is open (always) I get an eror message in a blue box. The message says, OPXPA-exe-Application Error. Beneath that is a read circle with an "x" in it and next to that it says "The application failed to inotoalize properly (Oxc0000142). Click on OK to terminate the application". When I click on OK, the error message disappears temporarily, but it ALWAYS returns. Can someone please advise me as to how to get rid of that eror message?? Thanks. ... (more)

problem with Norton Internet Security (by =?Utf-8?B?U3RhdG1hbg==?= on 1 Jun 2004, 5 replies)
I've just installed Norton Internet Security software on my PC (2.6 GHz) with Win XP Home Edition and although it is clearly installed, it doesn't run. I thought maybe I had some spy/adware or something that might be causing some interference and so I downloaded and installed Spybot. It too doesn't work, although it works on my other computer! I then tried installing Ad-aware and it too doesn't work when I try to run it. Other software (ie. Wordperfect, or games, etc...) work fine. It seems that just my anti-virus, anti-spyware software is not working for some reason. Does this sound like some virus which is going undetected? I might add that I can run all of the Symantec removal tools successfully without any problem. It's just the apps that won't run. When I try to run them, the hour glass flashes for a second or two as though the app is going to load, but nothing happens and I remain at the desktop. Any suggestions would be really appreciated. Thanks in advance, Statman ... (more)

problem with Norton Internet Security (by =?Utf-8?B?U3RhdG1hbg==?= on 1 Jun 2004, 5 replies)

I've just installed Norton Internet Security software on my PC (2.6 GHz) with Win XP Home Edition and although it is clearly installed, it doesn't run. I thought maybe I had some spy/adware or something that might be causing some interference and so I downloaded and installed Spybot. It too doesn't work, although it works on my other computer! I then tried installing Ad-aware and it too doesn't work when I try to run it. Other software (ie. Wordperfect, or games, etc...) work fine. It seems that just my anti-virus, anti-spyware software is not working for some reason. Does this sound like some virus which is going undetected? I might add that I can run all of the Symantec removal tools successfully without any problem. It's just the apps that won't run. When I try to run them, the hour glass flashes for a second or two as though the app is going to load, but nothing happens and I remain at the desktop. Any suggestions would be really appreciated.
Thanks in advance,
Statman ... (more)

Bugchecks and Dumpchk.exe (by =?Utf-8?B?bWFuaWN4?= on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)
Hello there My PC made two resets in the last 2 days. I checked the Event Viewer and noticed that it was due to a bugcheck. The dumps were saved in c:\windows\minidump. I installed the Support Tools so I can check the dump files and specifically I used dumpchk.exe. ... (more)

unable to start up windows (by =?Utf-8?B?Q3luZGk=?= on 1 Jun 2004, 1 reply)
the messages appear operating system not avaliable try to install windows xp professional and nothing happens ... (more)

Windows XP autoplay doesn't recognize .jpg photo files (by =?Utf-8?B?SG93YXJk?= on 1 Jun 2004, 2 replies)
I have one windows XP computer whichs fails to recognize .jpg photo files when Windows autoplay runs on the insertion of a memory stick and/or CD/DVD disks when said media contain said photo files. Instead of the autoplay offering photo options to choose from, Windows simply opens up the memory stick and or CD/DVD disks and displays its content. If both photo and video files are contained on said media, autoplay will recognize the video files and will offer up the video program options but will again fail to recognize any photo files - normally autoplay will show Mixed Content and will present both photo and video program options to choose from. My other four Windows XP computers work fine so I know that there is something wrong with this particular computer. Besides reinstalling everything all over again (Windows XP and all the other programs and files) which is very time consuming, does anyone know of a way to correct this problem? Reponses would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your assistance! ... (more)

Windows XP autoplay doesn't recognize .jpg photo files (by =?Utf-8?B?SG93YXJk?= on 1 Jun 2004, 2 replies)

I have one windows XP computer whichs fails to recognize .jpg photo files when Windows autoplay runs on the insertion of a memory stick and/or CD/DVD disks when said media contain said photo files. Instead of the autoplay offering photo options to choose from, Windows simply opens up the memory stick and or CD/DVD disks and displays its content. If both photo and video files are contained on said media, autoplay will recognize the video files and will offer up the video program options but will again fail to recognize any photo files - normally autoplay will show Mixed Content and will present both photo and video program options to choose from. My other four Windows XP computers work fine so I know that there is something wrong with this particular computer. Besides reinstalling everything all over again (Windows XP and all the other programs and files) which is very time consuming, does anyone know of a way to correct this problem? Reponses would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your assistance! ... (more)

regsrv32.exe (by =?Utf-8?B?Ym9uaWZhcmQ=?= on 1 Jun 2004, 1 reply)
I have a window pops up with: Regsrv32.exe - Entry Point not found The procedure entry point_stop T@ O could not be located in dynamic link library. Please help me get rid of this problem. ... (more)

RE: rundll32 (by =?Utf-8?B?cg==?= on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)
UPDATE: Spybot-S&D (http://spybot.safer-networking.de/) AND ... (more)

Remote Procedure Call error (by =?Utf-8?B?UE1E?= on 1 Jun 2004, 5 replies)
When I try to download updates for Windows XP, I get an error. It tells me that "NT Authority\System" has encountered a problem, and that the "Remote Procedure Call" is being closed. My system then reboots. Why is this happening and how can the problem be fixed? ... (more)

Odd Problem (by =?Utf-8?B?U2NvdHQgUGFsbWVy?= on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)
Whenever my Windows XP PC sits idle for an undetermined period of time, I have a problem starting programs. For instance, Microsoft Money 2002 will display the EULA agreement like it has just been installed. If I click "I Agree", I get an error about Internet Explorer not being installed. I have discovered that if I reboot, the system works normally. Other programs display different reasons for not starting, but the end result is the same. The programs will not start without a system restart. This installation of XP has been around since the OS launched (and yes, I've installed every patch Bill has released). I do not relish the thought of a reload, but I'm beginning to run out of ideas. So far, I have tried running SpyBot, AdAware, Registry Mechanic, and other detection packages to no avail. I get the standard array of spyware that one normally encounters, but nothing out of the ordinary. I'm running Norton Antivirus and that doesn't detect any known infections. I have been extraordinarily careful with this system in an effort to keep it pristine, so it is very frustrating to come to this pass. If anyone has ANY input on what could be causing this, I'd be eternally grateful. ... (more)

Odd Problem (by =?Utf-8?B?U2NvdHQgUGFsbWVy?= on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)

Whenever my Windows XP PC sits idle for an undetermined period of time, I have a problem starting programs. For instance, Microsoft Money 2002 will display the EULA agreement like it has just been installed. If I click "I Agree", I get an error about Internet Explorer not being installed. I have discovered that if I reboot, the system works normally. Other programs display different reasons for not starting, but the end result is the same. The programs will not start without a system restart.

This installation of XP has been around since the OS launched (and yes, I've installed every patch Bill has released). I do not relish the thought of a reload, but I'm beginning to run out of ideas. So far, I have tried running SpyBot, AdAware, Registry Mechanic, and other detection packages to no avail. I get the standard array of spyware that one normally encounters, but nothing out of the ordinary. I'm running Norton Antivirus and that doesn't detect any known infections. I have been extraordinarily careful with this system in an effort to keep it pristine, so it is very frustrating to come to this pass. If anyone has ANY input on what could be causing this, I'd be eternally grateful. ... (more)

Blue text CONFIG.TMP file? (by =?Utf-8?B?SWFu?= on 1 Jun 2004, 1 reply)
Hi All, I recently run a *.tmp search which returned about 500 tmp files. I have placed them all in my recycle bin for about a week before finally deleting them. My concern is that I have 1 tmp file, which is in blue text called CONFIG TMP. Is it safe to delete it? I purchased my PC from new in August 2003 & this file was modified on the 21 01 2003. Many thanks, Ian. ... (more)

my computer wont keep it settings (by =?Utf-8?B?ZGVicmFs?= on 1 Jun 2004, 1 reply)
could anyone help?for some reason my computer wont keep its settings aftwer its been turned off,it keeps going to a low resolution etc i have tried all sorts and dont know what to do ... (more)

IE Script Error w/ Shockwave Downloads (by =?Utf-8?B?TW9yZ2Fu?= on 1 Jun 2004, 2 replies)
Line: 2 Char: 1 Error: ActiveX component can't create object: 'SwDRM.SwDRMax' Code: 0 ... (more)

Audio problems (by =?Utf-8?B?SXZhbg==?= on 1 Jun 2004, 2 replies)
I have already installed my sound board, but it is not working properly, in the device manager the sound board is installed correctly, but when i go to audio and multimedia in control panel it looks like there is not a sound board installed, it was working properly, and I know that if I format the disk and reinstall the system it is going to work properly, but I want to know if there is other way to correct this. ... (more)

Audio problems (by =?Utf-8?B?SXZhbg==?= on 1 Jun 2004, 2 replies)

I have already installed my sound board, but it is not working properly, in the device manager the sound board is installed correctly, but when i go to audio and multimedia in control panel it looks like there is not a sound board installed, it was working properly, and I know that if I format the disk and reinstall the system it is going to work properly, but I want to know if there is other way to correct this. ... (more)

hit by jdbgmrg, HELP (by =?Utf-8?B?YmFtYQ==?= on 1 Jun 2004, 2 replies)
stupid me deleted my file when i followed instructions from jdbgmgr, deleted and emptyed garbage. how to i fix this? please dummy it down for me ... (more)

Offline folders (by =?Utf-8?B?TGF2YW4=?= on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)
Hi, I setup an offline folder for one of our user's everything has been working okay for many months now. ... (more)

system clock keeps changing in Windows XP Pro (by =?Utf-8?B?bmVsY2hhdQ==?= on 1 Jun 2004, 1 reply)
Hi, my system clock keeps changing and I can't figure out why. I am using Windows XP Pro. I have to constantly set the time back to normal. ... (more)

boot up error (by Pam on 01 Jun 2004, 5 replies)
Everytime I boot up my windows XP PRo it goes thru the whole boot up process and then at the end of the bootup before the screen comes up - it says INVALID BOOT.INI file - rebooting from c:/windows .... anyone know why this does this and what it means and if I can fix it?? ... (more)

Re: Can you disable Power/sleep buttons on the keyboard? (by P. Burrows on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)
Thanks. ... (more)

Can you set MSIE's default picture saving path? (by P. Burrows on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)
When ever i start MSIE anew, ie after a reboot or when i switch on the machine, and wish to save a picture, it always resets the path to "My Pictures" - is there anyway to get it to STOP doing this? ... (more)

Re: i think i may have a virus on my Pc (by ChrisM on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)
Hi, I'm sure someone can help, but please give a little more information. First of all, what makes you think you have a virus? Second, do you have any anti-virus software installed on your PC? ... (more)

CNN web won't open (by SF Gordon on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)
I have a Pentium 3 with 265 mb Ram and using xp. When I open esignal (a real time data program)and minimize to the background and the try to open CNN it will not complete. I believe I have another web ... (more)

button language bar (by Richardo on 1 Jun 2004, 2 replies)
Hello, My name is Richardo and I have a problem with language bar button on taskbar. It's icon doesn't show up (at all), although I can see a empty space where it is supposed to appear. Also, I cannot turn on (even I check ... (more)

right click menu (by gmrad on 1 Jun 2004, 1 reply)
How can one change (delete old or add new) options that appear on a right click of the mouse, for example on my desktop or in the right panel of Windows Explorer? I am mostly interested in the New menu. ... (more)

Add/Remove Windows Components Not Working (by Pat O. on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)
When I click on the "Add/Remove Windows Components" tab of the Add/Remove dialog, I get a window saying something like: please wait while windows make the requested configuration changes. It appears to be running the component installer that would normally run after changes to the windows ... (more)

Re: My Computer (by johnf on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)
View, Details. ... (more)

windows update (by Ronald E. Foltz on 1 Jun 2004, 2 replies)
When i scanned for updates, there was only one "critical" security update and i inadvertantly clicked the "remove" button...when i went back to windows update and clicked scan for updates it would only go to 33% and then froze...i tried several times but each time it got to 33% it would hang up. ... (more)

Just a Quick Note (by Willie on 1 Jun 2004, no replies)
I wanted to say briefly, that regardless of what anyone says, I think this forum is a VERY useful tool, and I have learned a lot, as well as attempted to "Chime in" when ever I can. Please keep up the great work, everyone. (this is in response to the post listed below) ... (more)

Slow shutdown (by Lynn W on 1 Jun 2004, 2 replies)
Over the weekend I installed a new printer (now have 2 printers installed) and also the Palm Desktop for the Zire 21 which I bought. I now find that the laptop takes longer to close down than it did before. It doesn't take longer to start up though. Anyone know why this is and if it's something I ... (more)

Popups (by Treeskier on 1 Jun 2004, 1 reply)
Hi, I have the Google Bar 2.0 that also blocks pop-ups! It's been working for months with not a single pop-up getting through. I guess a week ago I started to get pop-ups again even though my google is still enabled. Anyone else having this problem? The only thing I may have done around that time ... (more)

Bad USER32.DLL ?? (by JRICHTER on 01 Jun 2004, 1 reply)
Ever since I started up my Windows XP PC yesterday I have gotten around 46 windows messages all stating about the same thing "The procedure entry point GetMenuCheckMarkDimensions could not be located in the dynamic link library USER32.DLL" Just about every resident program must have displayed a similar ... (more)

Windows XP Setup/Upgrade loops endlessly (by Bob on 01 Jun 2004, 7 replies)
I have one system with Windows XP Home on it. It started acting flaky so I decided to run the Upgrade/Repair from the Windows CD. Now the system goes from the Setup screen in Windows saying, "Setup is being restarted............." then it reboots over and over. I cannot stop it. ... (more)

computer instability Windows XP (by Cathy on 1 Jun 2004, 1 reply)
BCCode : 7f BCP1 : 00000000 BCP2 : 00000000 BCP3 : 00000000 BCP4 : 00000000 OSVer : 5_1_2600 SP : 1_0 Product : 768_1 ... (more)

Format Hard Drive (by DES on 1 Jun 2004, 4 replies)
My son just got home form college and decided that he wants to do a complete reinstall of XP, including formatting his hard drive to get rid of a bunch of junk. WE tried to format the drive but windows wouldn't let us because it said the drive was in use. ... (more)

Re: posting problems (by roger on 01 Jun 2004, no replies)
Hi, Go to Control Panel > Internet Options > Security tab and click default, in the privacy tab set it to medium. ... (more)

accidental install (by sayduckshun on 1 Jun 2004, 1 reply)
make: Gateway pre loaded Win XP - Home edition When the power went off & came back, my dad accidently kicked off the XP setup, The XP CD was in the CDrom and I think the machine must have ... (more)