Glad IE6 XP repair worked for you, PeteC, but after that "Fatal System Error" I received trying to repair a relatively minor problem, I wouldn't...
If there have been no changes to system files, then System Restore will prompt you to select another date because it can't find anything to "fix...
Jumping In Marty39, I see you haven't posted much here, but perhaps you are a regular reader. If you are not, you just did something dumb. You...
This Thread has some other useful links to help your friend decide what is right for him. Tell him about the BBS and encourage him to post any...
No, those programs, including Windows Explorer and Office (Word,Excel, Frontpage) actually do access the net and if you block them with your...
Toggle System Restore to delete all prior points. Reboot. Have your XP cd ready Start > Run > cmd type sfc /scannow sfc - system...
PCPitstop's Actve X Test There are suggestions for diagnosing and correcting problems on that page, too. Johanna Newt, your link gave...
Sometimes I even see a quick flash of whatever picture I used to have on the desktop... I wouldn't worry about it, or try to "fix" that problem...
Martin now, while everything is running like it is supposed to, and you are thinking of it, set a restore point. If I were you, I would burn...
Try either clearing CMOS using the jumper pins, or removing the battery for a few moments and then replacing it, with your computer unplugged....
With all that start up list loading at boot, it's amazing it doesn't take 10 minutes! Most of that does NOT need load at start up, and could be...
Discovery.com On my comp, which is set with medium high security, I got 9 separate prompts to allow Active X. On my kids' comp, which is set to...
I would do a clean reinstall also. The Blaster is a worm, and comes through an unprotected internet connection. If your friend is only running...
It is funny you should say that. The other morning I called all 4 kids into the kitchen, wanting to know HOW the toothpaste got on the cd, what...
May be a >WAG<, but try cleaning your XP cd. Wpie with a lint free cloth from the center, outwards. What prompted you to decide to do a...
WelshJim, Please tell me that you meant disabling the firewall while offline only! And you cannot run online scans that way...:eek: jslow,...
See if this helps http://www.infinisource.com/WindowsXP/winxp-sp1-bootcd.html Johanna
D you have a System Restore point prior to the failed install? Was the software you were trying to install called "Roxio" or "Adaptec ", by...
enable hidden files and look for scr. files Johanna
Since this computer was so corrupted, perhaps a format & reinstall would be a better alternative. With that much trash on the system, it's bound...
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