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Just an FYI for those out there they may be using a *cough* copy of XP *cough* with the FCKGW..... product id key. This is from a newletter of a reviewer/beta tester I read: The downloadable SP-1 update will not install over the top of most pirated copies of Windows XP. Around these parts, there are lots and lots (and lots and lots) of bootleg copies of Windows XP with a key that starts FCKGW-... Attempting to install SP-1 over a pirate copy of WinXP will not disable WinXP – you’ll still be able to use it – but the installer will hit you with the rather curt message. Lates LS_Dragon EDIT -- product key example shortened...

Just an FYI --- these steps DO NOT REMOVE the applications - just the default shortcuts. The applications - and the space they consume on your hard drive - are still there. LS_Dragons

Here is a good explanation of what should be in your boot.ini: http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?...kb;EN-US;q99743 LS_Dragons

The best answer to your question is..... 1. Format 2. create 2 partitions 3. install WinMe (if you must) 4. install WinXP - and it will set up dual boot for you. If you cannot do that because you have to keep your installed Windows XP for some reason - try reading through the info at this link. It is for adding Win98 - but you should be able to add WinME following the steps. http://www.scotsnewsletter.com/25.htm#multib Good luck! LS_Dragons

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Not sure about in UK guys, but in USA all X-over cables I have come across hace a small 'tape' label on the that show a big red X. LS

Just came across this reference in a great newletter I get. I have seen posts asking about removing Internet Explorer 6 so thought to pass it on.... From the LangaList Plus newsletter: 13) Plus! Edition Extra: Legit, Nondestructive Ways to Uninstall IE Fred, I am building a Windows 2000 image that will be Ghosted out to entire network. The base install of Windows 2000 that we got from our hardware manufacturer came with IE 6.0 I searched www.langa.com for ways to uninstall IE 6.0 and came across the reference to IEradicator [ http://www.litepc.com/download.html ] . It looked like just what I wanted until I read that if would not work with Windows 2000 SP2. I followed your lead and went to Google to search the newsgroups. I cam across a suggestion by Jim Pickering, MVP-Outlook Express, that worked without a hitch. I thought it might be something other readers could use. Jim suggests that if you are running Windows 2000 and want to uninstall Internet Explorer 6.0, run the w2kexcp.exe /u command from your "Internet Explorer\IE Uninstall" folder. It worked. I had even done the "critical updates" for IE 6.0 at http://www.windowsupdates.microsoft.com prior to the uninstall. When I went back to download IE 5.5 SP2 it told me that I didn't have a single patch installed. Downloading IE 5.5 SP2, the critical updates and the security roll up went very smooth. --- Ken Rosen Thanks, Ken. Indeed, the "w2kexcp" is a totally legit way to remove IE5 or 6 from Win2K, as explained in these articles: http://www.google.com/search?q=w2kexcp%2Eexe You'll find more on that technique, plus general IE6 uninstall info--- including options for WinXP, WinME and Win98--- at http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?...b;EN-US;q293907

I also prefer Google for searches. I do use Yahoo Yellow Pages fairly often - for phone numbers. I am off to check things out right now. LS

So WAR - did you do what lindows calls a 'friendly install' - or not. Do you have a choise on boot of WinXP or Lindows? If you have a choice - then you should also have an uninstall choice. If you don't - then you should be able to just eliminate the lindows files and get back to an XP system. LS

So - if I understand right - it should have created a dual boot situation. Is that correct - when you start your computer - you have a choice of Lindows or XP? If so, you just need to edit the BOOT.INI file and remove the LindowsOS option. Also - I think this thing installs itself in basically a folder on your XP hard drive. Once you remove the reference in BOOT.INI you should be able to just delete the folder. Might also double check that it did not create or change an AUTOEXEC.BAT or CONFIG.SYS file. If it did, make sure you edit out all Lindows refernces there as well. LS_Dragons

Okey-Dokey then.... try this: ((( http://support.microsoft.com/search/previe...b;en-us;Q294676 )))) Text below...... Enable the RunAs Service on a Windows 2000 Computer, or the Secondary Logon Service on a Windows XP Computer The service that is required to run the Run As command is, by default, started automatically when you install Windows. However, the service can be disabled by an administrator. If the service has been disabled, you can re-enable it using the following steps: Log on to the computer as Administrator, or log on as a user with administrative permissions. Right-click the My Computer icon, and then click Manage . In Computer Management, expand the Services and Applications node, and then click Services . Perform one of the following steps depending on which operating system you have: Windows 2000: In the details pane, right-click the RunAs service, and then click Properties . Windows XP: In the details pane, right-click the Secondary Logon service, and then click Properties . In the Properties dialog box, set Startup type to Automatic , and then click Start . After the computer starts the service, click OK to close the Properties dialog box, and then close Computer Management. The service that is required for running the Run As command is now running on your computer. back to the top Use the "Run As" Command with a Shortcut Navigate to the shortcut item: click Start , point to Programs , and then locate the shortcut item in the Programs menu. If the shortcut is not located in the Programs folder of the Start menu, navigate to the proper location of the shortcut. Press SHIFT and hold while you right-click the shortcut item, and then click Run as . Perform one of the following steps depending on which operating system you have: Windows 2000: In Run As Other User , type the User name , Password , and Domain , and then click OK . Windows XP: In Run As , click the option, the following user , type or select the User name , type the Password , and then click OK . back to the top Troubleshooting If you try to start a program, such as an MMC console or Control Panel item, from a network location using the Run As command, it could fail if the credentials that are used to connect to the network share are different from the credentials that are used to start the program. The credentials that are used to run the program may not be able to gain access to the same network share. The RunAs and Secondary Logon services accept only password authentication. If policies require smart card logon, then the Run As command will not work. LS_Dragons

If you have a Win98 system - try installing it on that system. From discussions I have had with people familiar with the project - it does not play well with Win XP --- but should be very stable and able to run most pre-2002 MS applications as well as other 3rd party stuff. But then again - maybe not. LS

Just found this wallpaper (well - I guess it could be a wallpaper) and thought of Mr. 18-wheeler if the boards. http://www.pixtudio.com/preview3.php3?id=13 cheers - ls

Hey BB Depends how 'animated' you mean. I have in the past used an HTML page as a desktop. I created a pretty complex 'looking' page with java script animations like the 'water ripple' and another one with some 'spinning electron' looking chingaderras. Was kewl for a while - but I bored with it after a bit. I have also seen a demonstration recently of the next version of Intervideo WinDVD. They have a feature coming up that will put a dvd on your desktop background. Not sure about the resources required though :-) LS

Thanks for the *err* offer *err* there Alpha -- me thinks me will pass LS

Hi hp550c: I tried the same thing you were trying - and Explorer came up with no problems. I also tried - but entered an incorrect password on purpose - and got an error message. If you still can't get this to work, you could try a work around. Add the administrator to your Fast User Switching menu - the way to do this is by editing the registry. I can't remember where right now, but if you need it, I will find my reference on the keys and steps and post for you). Good Luck -- LS

Hey QBA - I think you identified the problem - maybe you just didn't know it. When you open the JPG image - does it open in MS Photo Editor? The "Set As Background" option is not there. BUT -- if you right click and choose Open With --> then choose Internet Explorer .... then right Click the image, the Set As Background option should be there. Maybe I misunderstood, but I think that will get you where you want to be....... LS

Hey Piaqt: if you are still looking for Internet (or PC) Security info, I have come across 2 more references for you: http://www.extremetech.com/article/0,3396,...&a=27365,00.asp and http://www.extremetech.com/article/0,3396,...&a=27417,00.asp These are a bit more in depth thna the last post - but may be useful if you 'edit' them down. Enjoy LS

Try this site - just referenced in the latest LangaList newsletter: www.pestpatrol.com/Whitepapers/PersonalPrivacy0402.asp good luck... LS

I have recommended this site / newsletter many times. Fred does a very good job of explaining lots a techno-weenie stuff in a non-tech way. The basic newsletter is free, as is searching the site. I bet you will find something you can save - or print - for Mommy Dearest...... www.langa.com Good hunting....... LS

I think this is a very simple problem Many OEMs, in order to comply with Micro$oft rules, have to set the power switch to go to Stand-by rather that OFF when pressed. I am thinking that when the power button ispushed, it puts the computer into S3 stand-by which creates a very easy 'wake-up' situation. Go into the BIOS setup and see if there is a Power Button Setting - bet it says stand-by rather than off. LS

One other suggestion - not about the not responding, but the odd 'right-clicks'. If you are running Office XP, it installs by default some crappy voice recognition app. If installed, your microphone can pick up odd sounds here and there and try to obey commands - usually looks like right-clicks, or menus opening even though you didn't click on them etc. Absolutely must un-install. I don't want to talk to a stupid computer anyway - even if it could understand me correctly. LS

I can't remember exactly where I read this - or exactly how to get into the right part of XP to fix it. Not much help huh. But I recall reading about XP-->98 networking getting real slow because of lots of network overhead caused by XP. It seems that when connected to 98 - XP is continuously accessing the network (when a drive is mapped to the 98 system). Somehow, you can disable this. Now, I think I read it in Scot Finnie's newsletter. Try browsing around at: http://www.scotfinnie.com LS

I DL-ed a week ago and have been using (off and on) ever since. Very impressed - especially like the many options provided for. For example - you can set the default Save file format to any Office format from "XP" all hte way back to "97". Many other formats supported as well. I am tempted to de-M$ my system and go with OpenOffice all the way except for one nag - need an email client that works with M$ exchange. Any suggestions out there for alternative email clients -- MUST WORK WITH EXCHANGE MAILBOXES. LS