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About Saad Shawwa
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I Can answer most questions regarding to Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows ME , Windows XP Home or PRO , Windows VISTA.

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I am an experienced computer technical in the field of Networking , Hardware Support , Operating System Support and Troubleshooting.
   

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Questions Answered By Expert  Saad Shawwa 
In Category  Windows XP

SubjectDate Asked

windows xp10/29/2009
  Q: desktop icons disappeared will not permit putting shortcuts on desktop to replace them
  A: it could be a virus or a setting that was set by mistake so lets try the easy stuff first try to do ...
Windows Update10/28/2009
  Q: My question is actually about Vista.I bought my computer with Vista in Feb 2009 and had ...
  A: well there is no straight answer for why not the update showed up except that it was scheduled to be ...
windows xp zip and backup facilities10/25/2009
  Q: I hope you have enjoyed your vacation. You told me some time ago, that a free alternative for Ghost ...
  A: that error shows up because of 1. the cd is bad 2.drive writing speed is not support or is set to a ...
WIndows Vista activation10/24/2009
  Q: Keep the good work up and stay blessed. I bought a new Compaq laptop and just putting it on for the ...
  A: oh the oem logo its not a big deal , you can activate using the serial that you have it labeled on ...
windows xp zip and backup facilities10/24/2009
  Q: I hope you have enjoyed your vacation. You told me some time ago, that a free alternative for Ghost ...
  A: i think you didnt burn the iso file correctly , iso file is an image of a cd/dvd contains all the ...
webpage10/23/2009
  Q: The problem is I click on my email page, I see my page already logged in, and in a second I get ...
  A: well it looks like there is a malware or a virus is kicking you off the webpage so try the ...
Should I update?10/22/2009
  Q: I have just recently bought an Acer Aspire laptop with OS Windows Vista Home Premium. There's some ...
  A: microsoft doesnt push windows 7 over windows vista as an update , you need to by the upgrade dvd ...
Partition Problem10/22/2009
  Q: I have an XP desktop with a 38GB disk which had previously been partitioned to 6GB. The disk is now ...
  A: that doesnt seem to be safe at all do a complete check disk on your cd drive by going to my ...
regarding xp drivers10/21/2009
  Q: how can i install XP drivers in windows vista?
  A: well sometimes that works and sometimes that crashes the system so you need to make a system restore ...
Installing xp on external usb hard drive10/20/2009
  Q: Sir, I have a 320GB portable USB hard drive. I want to install Windows XP to it so that I can use ...
  A: sorry for the delay you can install windows xp on external hard drives or thumb drives but it ...
Cannot add printers on windows XP10/17/2009
  Q: I have been struggling since a week with getting my new Canon MP640 to work on my desktop PC running ...
  A: can i take a look at your system remotely? maybe i can find the missing part while im looking at it ...
Webcam Issue10/16/2009
  Q: I recently purchased a webcam off of amazon.com, a driverless USB digital PC-camera, and I am having ...
  A: well i think your cam has a built in microphone so the other round cable is the microphone plug , ...
Cannot add printers on windows XP10/14/2009
  Q: I have been struggling since a week with getting my new Canon MP640 to work on my desktop PC running ...
  A: i just read your question in the xp question pool , im not sure if it was answered or not , and i ...
boot up process10/12/2009
  Q: My question concerns Windows XP home version. When I turn my computer on, the boot up process ...
  A: i found your question in the windows xp category question pool and im not sure if someone answered ...
LAN issues with Windows XP9/25/2009
  Q: Greetings! I'm able to connect to the LAN at my workplace. But when I try connecting the LAN cable ...
  A: it could be a problem with the device driver or the device it self or the Operating system device ...
RAM for video viewing9/24/2009
  Q: I hope you like the rating I have given you for my previous question. I appreciate your knowledge ...
  A: Hell Trigan ofcourse using a dial up connection to stream long online videos is a pain, but if you ...
Task bar clock9/24/2009
  Q: I am using Windows XP Is there a way to show the day and date in addition to the time on the task ...
  A: in windows xp and vista you can only do that by doubling the thickness of taskbar , if you dont want ...
windows xp9/23/2009
  Q: I created a Power Point slide and stupidly made it read only and now I need to undo the read only ...
  A: if you know the ready only password , when you open the power point file its going to ask you to ...
white vertical strips9/23/2009
  Q: When I boot up my computer desktop, it appear white vertical strips on the monitor, what causes it & ...
  A: Either the monitor or video card are bad or the wrong software driver is being used for the video ...
RAM for video viewing9/22/2009
  Q: I hope you like the rating I have given you for my previous question. I appreciate your knowledge ...
  A: i dont think a 60 minutes movie will cause a lag in the system , you can try that by trying to play ...
Cannot set up network connections9/22/2009
  Q: I had gotten an error message: Windows cannot start because the following files are missing or ...
  A: first try that goto Start menu then Run. type each line alone and press ok until you get the msg ...
unplugging a hard drive9/21/2009
  Q: I have had a Pentium 2 Windows 98 first edition since 1998 and it is still working. Recently I ...
  A: You dont need to shutdown any application except if the program that you need to install asks for ...
installation9/21/2009
  Q: RESPECTED SIR I HAVE ALREADY INSTALLED XP SP 3 ON DISK C COPARTMENT WHETHER NOW I CAN INSTALL XP ...
  A: sure you can Just install the other xp on a different partition. Then boot from one, and go to the ...
unplugging a hard drive9/19/2009
  Q: I have had a Pentium 2 Windows 98 first edition since 1998 and it is still working. Recently I ...
  A: you can connect the HDD that has windows 98 installed on , but you wont be able to run applications ...
usb printer9/19/2009
  Q: suddenly my hp 1410 all-in-one printer stopped responding and the mouse and keyboard freezes, no ...
  A: it could be one of the three 1. the printer USB cable is corrupted and need to be replaced. so try ...
coa9/17/2009
  Q: i had a computer with windows vista on it i removed vista and installed xp pro on the computer, it's ...
  A: Hell Heath how are you doing no you cant activate your windows xp with a windows vista oem coa , ...
can't remove programs with add/remove9/1/2009
  Q: Been trying to remove 'Webshots Desktop' from WinXP/Control Panel/AddRemove but failed. Tried using ...
  A: if the uninstaller is corrupted the safest way to remove webshots is to reinstall webshots program ...
virus8/31/2009
  Q: On display properties, I cannot get the desktop section to work. The background piture is on but ...
  A: to fix that use that registry key copy this link and paste it into internet explorer address bar ...
finding files8/28/2009
  Q: When I run programs such as Ad-aware or Spy-bot I see certain file names, but when I try to find the ...
  A: Basically ad-aware and spybot catch files with hidden attributes so you need to setup your search ...
missing jscript.dll file8/28/2009
  Q: I am sending this again because I wasn't sure whether the first one got through. The antispam ...
  A: i can send you the file "a clean one dont worry " but i need some informations so i can link you ...
MS Works 7.08/23/2009
  Q: Each time I open a document in Works the date of the document resets to the current date. Can I ...
  A: When you insert a date into a Word document (using Insert | Date and Time...| and select a format) ...
XP startup8/21/2009
  Q: About 1/2 the time I get a warning from windows security alerts telling me I a not safe because I ...
  A: changing the order will not help , logically it wont work , because zonealarm is based on a service ...
javascript not working8/21/2009
  Q: I updated a program that didn't take and was giving me grief. I, then did a system restore, which ...
  A: some dll lost their information in windows registry due to a malware or a system crash so you need ...
# # Reboot and select proper boot device or insert boot media in ...8/21/2009
  Q: i always get that error when i start up my pc, what could be done to stop this error from displaying ...
  A: can you still boot into windows xp and do your daily job normally ? (A)if you do then its probably ...
1: D:\minint8/20/2009
  Q: i have very a confusing problem with my comupter even it was working properly, on turning on a ...
  A: oh the d:\minit is the recovery boot partition for your laptop or your desktop so let make sure your ...
windows wont restart or stand by!8/19/2009
  Q: I actually have two problems. I have windows XP Home Edition and my laptop will not stand by, it ...
  A: well this could happen for a couple of reasons 1. old nero burning rom is installed , it interact ...
Toshiba P25-S507 Drivers8/19/2009
  Q: I reinstalled windows XP home on my Toshiba Satellite P25-s507 computer, but I dont have the ...
  A: they didnt stop actually but they have hidden it , you need to click " show all models " when you ...
Network Issue8/15/2009
  Q: I have Windows XP Media Center 2002 Service Pack 3. I'm trying to establish a VPN connection. I went ...
  A: lets make sure that the services are running correctly by going to control panel = administrative ...
system recovery7/13/2009
  Q: I have got as far as system tools as soon as i click on system recovery m program page disappears
  A: well we have 2 things here , it could be a virus or it could be asystem error first lets make sure ...
Sound Icon missing7/10/2009
  Q: How can I get the sound icon back onto my toolbar it is missing but I can still hear the sound.
  A: you can do that by going to start menu - > control panel then on the top left corner click on " ...
windows wont start7/9/2009
  Q: I have windows xp ME,I turn on my computer and nothing happens, my monator says, no input signal I ...
  A: im assuming that you get nothing when you turn on the computer only black screen and then the msg ...
Volumes on disk management missing7/8/2009
  Q: I'm having two problems with a PC that I think are related. One is that there are no volumes on the ...
  A: sorry for the delay , it could be the vipre enterprise , maybe its locking some of the windows ...
xp start up7/6/2009
  Q: my note book got a bad virus and caused a lot of problems so i decided after running my anti virus ...
  A: well you need to see which one cover your needs check out this link its a comparison between home ...
Display Orientation turned 90 degrees7/5/2009
  Q: I turned my PC on the other day only to find that my display has been reoriented 90 degrees so ...
  A: well if you have intel display adapter then you can do that to restore it back to normal view press ...
Can't delete zip files7/5/2009
  Q: Recently, zip files are not getting deleted when I select and use DELETE button or select and use ...
  A: the files are locked in windows explorer or being used / accessed by another application which could ...
Windows 2007 XP Home & AutoCAD LT 987/2/2009
  Q: How can I get AutoCAD LT 98 successfully installed on Windows 2007 XP Home Edition?
  A: Autocad LT is designed for Windows 98 , there is one possibility to run it on the system by right ...
"Remove disks or other media" error message..6/6/2009
  Q: I have installed Media Portal and am trying to run it on my Win XP Home machine. I have service pack ...
  A: yes the administrator password that you have created is the password that you should use there is ...
"Remove disks or other media" error message..6/5/2009
  Q: I have installed Media Portal and am trying to run it on my Win XP Home machine. I have service pack ...
  A: your system got corrupted and you need to fix your system its not a hard thing to do all what you ...
Configure router6/5/2009
  Q: My AT&T DSL modem was repaced today and I have to reconfigure my D-Linc router to allow my two XP ...
  A: the dlink router by default is a plug and play device "with default standard settings no security" , ...
reformating my mothere board6/3/2009
  Q: im trying to reformat my computer but lost the factory disc is there any other way of reformatting ...
  A: yes you need to get a bootble windows xp cd and then boot your computer using it and then reinstall ...
winhelp5/13/2009
  Q: Suddenly, the content of chm files are not displayed (table of content, search and index are ...
  A: it looks like the CHM viewer component is not properly registered on your system try registering it ...
Program removal5/11/2009
  Q: My question is only re. the installation of an electronic circuit drawing program. I have a program ...
  A: if it is a msi package or a windows installer package then try using this tool its call microsoft ...
Internet webpages5/11/2009
  Q: I am having difficulty viewing pages fully on the internet. Some web pages have colours missing ( ...
  A: try that Go into your Control Panel, select Accessibility Options, select the Display Tab. On the ...
Odd behaviour of My Documents folder5/9/2009
  Q: When I double click on my E: drive (secondary hard drive) in explorer, my My Documents folder opens ...
  A: it could be a virus or a left over from a virus this is what you need to do goto start menu - > ...
H.D.D Error and Installing Windows Xp On it5/7/2009
  Q: Hello and I wish that you are doing well. When I want to install Microsoft Xp on my computer I ...
  A: ok now you can download seagate seatool for dos , you need a floppy disc to create the bootable one ...
ati2dvag5/7/2009
  Q: I noted the answer to the infinite loop ati2dvag problem given by Lenny was specific to the Asus. ...
  A: it could be the solution but first i recommend upgrading your display adapter i think it will cover ...
PC Game Not Fully Loaded5/7/2009
  Q: I was downloading a new game onto my pc however I had to stop it before it completely downloaded but ...
  A: ok now its not a virus its games PC activity center which installs wallpapers and themes and a lot ...
PC Game Not Fully Loaded5/7/2009
  Q: I was downloading a new game onto my pc however I had to stop it before it completely downloaded but ...
  A: can you tell me what is that game and from where you downloaded it ? because it could be a virus or ...
windows xp5/6/2009
  Q: after power failure windows xp will not open normally, can get to SAFE but no further. Screen just ...
  A: you can fix that by entering reocvery console and then running chkdsk /p command to recovery your ...
Internet webpages5/5/2009
  Q: I am having difficulty viewing pages fully on the internet. Some web pages have colours missing ( ...
  A: alright do the following 1.download ccleaner from www.ccleaner.com and install it and run it and ...
regarding the visual studio instalation on sp25/5/2009
  Q: respected sir... i got one error HLVDD.dll Fast hardlock driver for virtual drive not found,, when i ...
  A: Hardlock is enough known trademark of hardware keys for software protection. do you use any kind of ...
XP Crash on a HP5/5/2009
  Q: My laptop recently crashed, due to the SP3 problem with HP AMD machines, I have been trying to ...
  A: well you actually started the reinstall process of windows xp so now we cannot do a system restore ...
ran out of disk space during install of xp5/4/2009
  Q: i ran out of disk space during an install of windows xp, now im stuck at the install screen when i ...
  A: you have one small chance to get into your computer if you started a reinstallation process which is ...
ran out of disk space during install of xp5/4/2009
  Q: i ran out of disk space during an install of windows xp, now im stuck at the install screen when i ...
  A: well now you are stuck if you dont have enough free space to continue the reinstallation process so ...
sound difficulty5/3/2009
  Q: the volume on my computer has stopped working my speakers and headphones wont work I followed all of ...
  A: its sounds like your sound hardware drivers is corrupted or has been removed in a way or other so ...
H.D.D Error and Installing Windows Xp On it5/3/2009
  Q: Hello and I wish that you are doing well. When I want to install Microsoft Xp on my computer I ...
  A: ok if you have tried the hard drive on other computers with "different rams" because most of the ...
Widows XP5/2/2009
  Q: My Gateway computer has crashed. Gateway says to reinstall Windows XP and only the original Gateway ...
  A: of course you can use any windows cd/dvd to do the installation but the problem is you need to ...
Can't open Regedit and cmd4/27/2009
  Q: I don't know why but when I go to Start-Run I can't open regedit and cmd anymore. I used to be able ...
  A: i just saw your question in the question pool , i need more information's about your problem , when ...
wiping 98 and programs off drive and clean installing XP4/1/2009
  Q: What do I need to wipe 98/programs from a drive I am giving away. I do not have my 98 install CDs ...
  A: what you need is to boot from the xp cd and do a clean windows xp installation clean means deleting ...
More than 1 soun driver installed4/1/2009
  Q: I have installed two sound drivers and now cant uninstall and have no sound at all.
  A: well if the sound driver is correct the sound will work even if you have installed 2 or 3 device ...
Can't add any printers on Windows XP3/31/2009
  Q: Saad, I have an HP 1410 all in one printer and a Dell PC that runs Windows XP Home Edition. I had ...
  A: ok try doing the following goto control panel - > administrative tools -> services locate " ...
Windows XP3/31/2009
  Q: Upon booting I get "Administrator has prohibited access to USB/1394 mass storage devices" and also ...
  A: wow this error is mean , many things can cause the system to act the way yours is acting lets start ...
Windows XP & Windows 2003 Server3/31/2009
  Q: I have one "Windows XP" cd & one "windows 2003 server" cd.I want to burn this two CD in a DVD with ...
  A: you can do that using this tool http://www.magiciso.com/tutorials/miso-create-multi-os-cd-3.htm ...
converting vista to xp3/31/2009
  Q: i have a toshiba satellite A215-S5837 and would like to convert from the instaled vista to windows ...
  A: Installing Windows XP and making it work correctly is a chore - mostly because Toshiba does not ...
some websites wont load3/30/2009
  Q: At my work, we have 2 computers; 1 running xp home and the other, pro. they both share the same ...
  A: that sounds like a corrupted browser + security suite or an infected system with some kind of a ...
Windows XP icons3/30/2009
  Q: The company I work for has a logo that is rectangular in shape. It is three letters running ...
  A: the default icon size is 32 x 32 pixels but this can be changed to whatever you want. but that will ...
win xp wordpad3/30/2009
  Q: I want to view and read my files in wordpad.but when I openit its all numbers like this,%PDF-1.4 ...
  A: wordpad can only open simple txt files , such as *.txt , *.rtf *.doc and some other simple txt ...
Solution of windows xp installation2/1/2009
  Q: The beginning of Physical memory dump error does not allow to install Windows Xp. How can I install ...
  A: well it could be one of those.. 1.memory is corrupted "needs to be cleaned or replaced" you need to ...
Hacking In windows1/31/2009
  Q: i am intersted in hackers field. would you tell me if working on linux would be best for me or ...
  A: well yes linux is more powerful in this filed but harder to use, most of the hacking tools are ...
New printer1/31/2009
  Q: I am about to purchase a new printer HP photosmart C6380 all in one printer it states on the specs ...
  A: sure you can hook it up using a usb cable or a network cable if you have a network interface on your ...
Vista/Windows XP1/30/2009
  Q: I have Vista. I have applied for an at home job that only accepts Window XP. Can I download XP? If I ...
  A: you can have multiple operating systems on the same computer , you have windows vista on C: drive ...
XP pro 64bit1/30/2009
  Q: I am running audio workstation applications. Can I install 32 bit audio applications to a secondary ...
  A: 32bit applications will run under XP 64-bit without a problem it runs in compatibility mode. well ...
partetion drive goes to SEARCH FILE1/29/2009
  Q: whenever I double click on a drive (C: & D:) it goes to Search file option I am using Windows XP. ...
  A: If you mess around in the registry, or install some different software packages that add things to ...
Populated Options1/29/2009
  Q: whenever I plug in a digital video camera or VCR using the firewire connection, a selection box ...
  A: plug the camera or the vcr and then open "my computer" there should be a new device drive detected ...
Defrag1/28/2009
  Q: I have Microsoft Vista Home Basic.How do I start the defrag & how do I start the scandisk?Thanks!
  A: to run disk defragment do the following 1) Click the Start 2) Click the Control Panel 3) Click ...
drop down1/28/2009
  Q: I hope I explain this well enough for you to understand what Iam talking about. Ok, so say Iam going ...
  A: im sorry to say i did not get to your problem point at all , if you can make it more detailed or ...
windows xp home with sp2 new virsion1/27/2009
  Q: Installed xp home 30 day trial. Had a power outage . 30 days timed out early .Now I can't get back ...
  A: it doesnt matter if your xp trial due time is done or not , you need to make sure that the cds you ...
Desktop not showing1/27/2009
  Q: I have a window XP, my problem is when i give the Administrator password after that Desktop cannot ...
  A: when you login , press CRTL+ALT+DEL keys on the in order , choose task manager , the task manager ...
Boot up error message1/27/2009
  Q: When i boot up window xp it appear this error message "Phoenix Rom BIOS Plus Version 1.10 A02 ...
  A: something definitely happened, it could be your hard drive and it could be some of the settings in ...
My task bar is dosen't work,What shall I do?1/27/2009
  Q: When I click the task bar,I hear the default beep sound and it doesn't work,What shall I do for fix ...
  A: download these two files and run them and apply them then reboot your system ...
system 32 corrupt or missing ile1/27/2009
  Q: after i did a system restore on my windows xp del labtop. it wouldnt restart, ive tried re boot but ...
  A: if you have a floppy device that will work , if you do not have then you need to a get a windows xp ...
Desktop not showing1/26/2009
  Q: I have a window XP, my problem is when i give the Administrator password after that Desktop cannot ...
  A: mosdt of the time , it is due to a virus. in order to solve this remove the following registry keys: ...
share connection on windows xp 21/25/2009
  Q: i forgot to mention i have a 32ports switch and all the computers are manually assigned with ip ...
  A: yes that's good , and already the software that i listed before has a cache system. and you are ...
share connection on windows xp1/25/2009
  Q: i have a small network they are 4 computers and one main computer , all of them are running windows ...
  A: simple here is a list of software's check them out , choose the one you like and mail me at ...
recovery cd1/25/2009
  Q: i have just bought a second hand pc but didnt get a recovery disc with it.is there a way of getting ...
  A: you have 4 options 1. search for your laptop or your PC model recovery CD in the internet " send me ...
Boot up error message1/25/2009
  Q: When i boot up window xp it appear this error message "Phoenix Rom BIOS Plus Version 1.10 A02 ...
  A: possible reasons are 1. a primary hard drive 0 failure , the hard drive is damaged and the computer ...
auto defragmention1/25/2009
  Q: Respected sir I am using xo sp 2.I understand that there is an utility in window itself which if ...
  A: i just answered your question on vista category and i found another one in the xp category so take ...
Remote Assistance1/25/2009
  Q: I would really like to know if 2 different computer systems, both using the Windows operating ...
  A: sure you can from vista to xp or from xp to vista , but there are some known compatibility issues ...
WIN32 file missing-solution1/23/2009
  Q: ..often i encounter a problem in my computer."the WIN32 file is missing".what might be the reason ...
  A: i am glad to know that you are fine still i need the full error msgs with the dll name , because ...
WIN32 file missing-solution1/23/2009
  Q: ..often i encounter a problem in my computer."the WIN32 file is missing".what might be the reason ...
  A: i need more information's if you do not mind do you get this msgs when you boot your computer ? or ...
windows security centre service1/23/2009
  Q: i'm running on vista premium and i've found out that my windows security centre can't be turned ...
  A: do the following Open the Start Menu. 1. In the white line (Start Search) area, type services and ...
microphone problem1/22/2009
  Q: The inbuilt microphone in my laptop C700, is not working properly. The volume is very low and also ...
  A: yes that is a well known issue with the C700 built-in mics. you need to boost your microphone so it ...
Windows will not boot from disc.1/20/2009
  Q: I REALLY hope you can help me out. We have had 3 people look at our computer and have paid each one, ...
  A: you do not need a windows 2000 cd or to use any dos command to erase windows 2000 and install ...
Burning CDs with XP/Windows Media Payer 111/20/2009
  Q: Up until recently I have had not issues burning CDs. No I am getting this message:Windows Media ...
  A: i just found your question in the "question pool" in most cases with similar error msgs can be fixed ...
Address books1/20/2009
  Q: I send e-mails on a regular basis to a garden group. I have those listed in a a folder...but not in ...
  A: well address book is like and old fashion tool but it is possible now you mentioned that you have ...
Password locked out1/19/2009
  Q: I have forgotten my admin password to my PC and can not log onto my PC. What can I do? I have a dell ...
  A: you need to reset the passwords using a recovery tool you can download this tool from ...
very slow program loading1/19/2009
  Q: The last week or so my genealogy program Legacy takes 10 minutes to load. I use Windows XP PRO SP3 ...
  A: i saw your question in the "question pool" so i am answering it. do the following uninstall zone ...
Win XP to Vista1/12/2009
  Q: I just bought a new computer with VISTA Home Premium. I would like to get my Favorites / Cookies so ...
  A: read this website and download the backp program for internet explorer settings ...
back up1/10/2009
  Q: i want to back up all my files but don't no how i know what to use but don't know how i recently ...
  A: the easiest way to do that under windows xp and the most trusted way is to use the XP File and ...
Windows XP1/9/2009
  Q: i tried bypassing the windows login screen by restarting and using f8, but it brings me to the BIOS ...
  A: what do you mean that you dont know your password ? have you forgotten it or what? if you did ...
Windows XP1/9/2009
  Q: i tried bypassing the windows login screen by restarting and using f8, but it brings me to the BIOS ...
  A: why are you using F8 if you just want to start your windows? just dont press F8 and your computer ...
Vista to XP1/6/2009
  Q: My question is regarding windows Vista. I like to play games on my PC. I read somewhere that vista ...
  A: well what you heard could be true and could be false overviews , so you need to try to run your ...
Restart pc1/5/2009
  Q: Is there a way to set up a time for my pc to restart on its own?
  A: yes you can do that using scheduled tasks 1. Go to Control Panel | Scheduled Tasks. 2. ...
quick response plsss!!1/5/2009
  Q: i partitioned my hard drive and copied my pictures and my music folder onto the other partition. ...
  A: anyways yes because your folder where encrypted with your username and password all what you have ...
Outlook Express1/4/2009
  Q: Outlook Express It is way to save mail rules from outlook express v 6. So I can copy to other ...
  A: oh outlook express has an old fashion backup type especially for rules to back up your mail and ...
restore windows xp to original state1/3/2009
  Q: How I can restore windows xp serv. pack 1 to the original state with out re-load software from ...
  A: im afraid you cannot using the way you just mentioned , you will have to stick with your recovery ...
installing drivers1/3/2009
  Q: I have the drivers! I got them from Dell! I need to know how to install them! Please keep it simple! ...
  A: brother it is as simple as that you downloaded the file for example ethernet adapter , the file name ...
restore windows xp to original state1/3/2009
  Q: How I can restore windows xp serv. pack 1 to the original state with out re-load software from ...
  A: windows xp does registry backups but it does not save them into separate files , it merges them with ...
directx 10 for windows xp?1/3/2009
  Q: can you please tell me where can i download directx 10 for windows xp thanks
  A: until the moment there has been no official directx 10 releases for windows xp by Microsoft. but ...
installing drivers1/3/2009
  Q: You did such a good job of answering a question for me. Can I ask another? I had to do a "clean ...
  A: you are not bothering me at all you said that you burned the drivers on cd from the library, locate ...
installing drivers1/2/2009
  Q: You did such a good job of answering a question for me. Can I ask another? I had to do a "clean ...
  A: dont worry about dell support , they still offer free drivers downloads even if your subscription ...
restore windows xp to original state1/2/2009
  Q: How I can restore windows xp serv. pack 1 to the original state with out re-load software from ...
  A: you can do that by uninstalling service pack 2 or 3 from control panel-> add remove locate windows ...
installing drivers1/2/2009
  Q: You did such a good job of answering a question for me. Can I ask another? I had to do a "clean ...
  A: you will not find the original discs on net if they are not listed on Dell's website. the other ...
outlook express1/1/2009
  Q: I have Windows XP and I use Internet Explorer and ATT&T/ Bell South for e-mail and home page. I have ...
  A: here you go check this website to setup your bell south email on outlook express or outlook ...
outlook express1/1/2009
  Q: I have Windows XP and I use Internet Explorer and ATT&T/ Bell South for e-mail and home page. I have ...
  A: is your email address a part of your dsl connection? for example is it like william@bellsouth.com ? ...
Windows XP 64-bit Edition1/1/2009
  Q: Im currently using Windows XP Pro 32-bit Edition on my Acer Aspire 4720z laptop(Core2duo,1GB ...
  A: of course 64bit system are faster , if you installed windows xp 64 bit you will see the difference ...
winxp prof12/31/2008
  Q: i have installed a fresh winxp professional in drive d, but i have already a winxp in the drive c, ...
  A: you can do that by going to start menu -> control panel -> system system properties will open , ...
XP desktop side bar12/30/2008
  Q: i am using win.xp, and after a recent automatic update [service pack 2] when my desktop opens on the ...
  A: to fix that download this file ...
Reinstalling XP12/30/2008
  Q: The other day I got a really bad virus on my computer. I tried using Norton, AVG, and ...
  A: well i can give you instructions to reinstall windows xp , but i can offer another type of help if ...
Logon Windows XP Professional12/29/2008
  Q: How do I bypass the logon screen? Keep getting message can't logon, check user name and domain and ...
  A: if the user name and the password are correct you should be able to logon without any problem , ...
Windows XP sleep mode keeps starting minutes after boot12/29/2008
  Q: this is very weird... all the sudden... no new installs or changes on the computer the sleep mode ...
  A: well it might be something or someone changed the sleep mode settings in the power option , to fix ...
My virtual memory minimum too low.12/27/2008
  Q: My computer have a problem after I install Adobe Reader version 9. It warns that its virtual memory ...
  A: do the following 1. right click on "My Computer" icon on desktop and choose properties 2.System ...
My virtual memory minimum too low.12/27/2008
  Q: My computer have a problem after I install Adobe Reader version 9. It warns that its virtual memory ...
  A: well it depend on what is running on your computer and how much memory you have , when the system ...
Laptop won't boot up properly12/27/2008
  Q: I have a Toshiba laptop that has been working fine until recently. It will boot up fine until you ...
  A: do the following start your computer and keep pressing on F8 , windows xp boot menu will show up , ...
win prob12/25/2008
  Q: I m suffering a problem in my win xp shutdown , it take a long time for getting shut down menu also ...
  A: that can be cause by a lot of issues so let us start with them one by one 1. clear page file on ...
quick restore12/24/2008
  Q: When I sign on for AOL I the screen of welcome never comes up and I get stuck there. Can you help ...
  A: can you please be more specific , what do you mean by welcome screen does not show up ? only the aol ...
Un-install problem12/24/2008
  Q: I have installed one a game called Sweet home, from Big Fish a few days back. Now I want to ...
  A: well if the uninstaller files are missing then the only safe solution is to re-download the game and ...
I burned a cd12/24/2008
  Q: I Burned a cd and replayed it in my computer to assure that it worked. I took it out to my car and ...
  A: this happens because your Car CD player and your stereo player does not support the format cd that ...
windows xp problem in laptop12/24/2008
  Q: boss pls tell me how t install xp os on compaq and hp laptops , because they r having sata option ...
  A: you mean because they are having sata option enabled you need to disable sata native mode so you ...
dell xps black screen12/24/2008
  Q: when i turn my laptop on everything is fine but when i log into my account the screen is black and ...
  A: well send me your graphic adapter details so i can link you the driver update also you can try ...
My Window sound is not working12/23/2008
  Q: My window system sound is not coming up. I have installed a sound device from your colleague still ...
  A: open this link and download Everest ultimate edition then install it and run it on your computer , ...
PRINT FROM DOS TO USB12/22/2008
  Q: I AM USING WINDOW XP. I HAVE A SOFTWARE DEVELOPED ON FOXPRO2.6 NOW I HAVE TO TAKE THE PRINT OF MY ...
  A: you can download a full version from ...
dell xps black screen12/21/2008
  Q: when i turn my laptop on everything is fine but when i log into my account the screen is black and ...
  A: well it could be a lot of things so let us go first with the easy solutions " it could be a problem ...
My Window sound is not working12/21/2008
  Q: My window system sound is not coming up. I have installed a sound device from your colleague still ...
  A: my colleague redirected you to the right driver link are you sure that your motherboard type is SIS ...
Log On to Windows after Recovery Procedure12/19/2008
  Q: I have a Sony Vaio PCG FXA47 Laptop computer that I needed to perform a Recovery on. I installed ...
  A: here is what you can try boot your computer into safe mode by starting your computer and pressing F8 ...
Monitor Problem12/19/2008
  Q: I recently had my system erased and reinstalled due to an embedded virus/Trojan horse. Now, I cannot ...
  A: it all about the display adapter driver that you are using , it not the real driver or you are using ...
My Window sound is not working12/18/2008
  Q: My window system sound is not coming up. I have installed a sound device from your colleague still ...
  A: Well i need to know your motherboard version and your sound device version , because recent sound ...
file I can't delete12/15/2008
  Q: c:\windows\internet logs\backup.rdb is a file left when I uninstalled Zone Alarm. I can't delete ...
  A: well if you could not delete it in safe mode or even on boot , then this maybe caused by one of the ...
saving picture to disk12/14/2008
  Q: I have been trying to save my photos from my pictures to disk. I have windows xp and am trying to ...
  A: it could be a settings failure so try doing that remove any cd from the cd drive then 1.open My ...
small windows10/24/2008
  Q: How do I keep windows xp from constantly opening a window in small size? I asked this before and did ...
  A: im not sure what type of windows are you talking about but if you are talking about folder windows ...
outlook express10/24/2008
  Q: I cannot find outlook express The Icon is goneand Ido not know were to look for it in my programs I ...
  A: if it has been removed by mistake then you can add it by going to control panel - > add remove ...
outlook express10/24/2008
  Q: I cannot find outlook express The Icon is goneand Ido not know were to look for it in my programs I ...
  A: you can find the outlook executable at this location C:\Program Files\Outlook Express the file is ...
Cannot connect to internet10/23/2008
  Q: I am running Windows XP SP2. I have reset my LAN connection. I have disabled my firewall, cleaned ...
  A: 1.try reinstalling internet explorer 7 from ...
drag and drop problem windows xp10/23/2008
  Q: i dont seem to be able too drag my folders or applications as they seem frozen and wont move when i ...
  A: 1.right click on task bar and choose properties then goto "start menu" tab and then click on ...
LOGIN IN SCREEN10/23/2008
  Q: OK WELL I HAD A PROBLEM WITH MY SYSTEM, I RAN SPY SWEEPER ... IT TOLD ME I HAD TO RESTART TO TAKE ...
  A: try doing a system restore first that could save you alot of time restart your computer and keep ...
low disk space10/23/2008
  Q: I try to describe the problem best i can i have very little computer knowledge. My daughters dell ...
  A: actually the recovery should take care of that do not remove them manually , when you complete the ...
super hidden files and data10/22/2008
  Q: ,can you tell me the path to find all the hidden stuff on this computer this is items that would ...
  A: well to show all hidden files and folders you need to do that goto control panel -> folder options ...
right mouse button issues10/22/2008
  Q: I run Windows XP. I have no clue as to why this is happening... I was away for a couple of weeks and ...
  A: well i can actually tell right away before trying another mouse , but what i can offer nopw is try ...
low disk space10/21/2008
  Q: I try to describe the problem best i can i have very little computer knowledge. My daughters dell ...
  A: it sounds like when you did the recovery you did not do a complete system recovery you did a ...
Picture and Fax Viewer10/20/2008
  Q: Hey I still have Windows XP, not the Vista version. I was using vista the other day, though, and I ...
  A: well unfortunately yes you need to have windows vista installed so you can use this picture and fax ...
cant login in xp sp310/19/2008
  Q: sir, ihave a problem, I tried logging into my PC and got the following message: "A problem is ...
  A: you have to try a lot of solutions here until one works start your computer and keep pressing on F8 ...
local disk (c:)10/18/2008
  Q: everytime I try to download a big file such as a tv show or a movie onto itunes, it says that my ...
  A: to clean up some files from your c drive open "my computer" and then right click "C:" and choose ...
certificate blocked, i think10/18/2008
  Q: At top of my screen is a blue round symbol that has weather.exe below it . I have run both ...
  A: goto www.malwarebytes.org and download malwarebytes anti malware install it update it and then run a ...
Windows Log On10/17/2008
  Q: After a power surge my sister in law can not log in to Windows. The pc loads to welcome screen and ...
  A: well alright then you have 2 more option to try first , start your computer and keep pressing F8 , ...
Explorer .exe application error10/17/2008
  Q: when accessing the sub-folders in Cwindow appear warning as below: { Explorer.exe -Application Error ...
  A: that sounds like a virus or a trojan that is causing explorer to crash down goto ...
Windows XP Home - Welcome Screen login problem10/16/2008
  Q: My daughter's computer will not login past the welcome screen. She enters her password and it loads ...
  A: it sounds like the computer been hit with a virus / Trojan try doing that 1. Boot using your winxp ...
sound card10/16/2008
  Q: i have computer Acer aspire 3100. and i dont know how or where i can install the sound card or sound ...
  A: all your aspire 3100 driver can be found at www.acerpanam.com the click on drivers & downloads ...
Another issue10/15/2008
  Q: ! Me again. I have the new windows xp sp3 and there is an issue with renaming music files. Today I ...
  A: well you need to rename the file to wav again for example you have a song with the name of a.wav , ...
text size in task bar10/15/2008
  Q: I had to reformat the hard drive and reload everything. Somehow the text size in the task bar is ...
  A: do the following to fix your task bar text size Click Start -> Control Panel -> Display - > ...
CTF Loader10/15/2008
  Q: I Have a question. What is "Ctfmon.exe"? I started my computer and ZoneAlarm notified me about this ...
  A: cftmon.exe is a part of the Microsoft Office suite and handles speech input for this product. This ...
Newfolder.exe: existent or not?10/14/2008
  Q: I have double-clicked newfolder.exe three days ago. It has disabled my windows task manager when i ...
  A: yup this is a virus / trojan but you need to make sure that there is nothing left from that virus in ...
xp10/13/2008
  Q: but for some reason some of keyboard settings are usa. How do i get it on the UK option. ive tried ...
  A: it is all in regional settings in control panel open it and then go to "languages" tab then click ...
Windows XP Login Problem10/13/2008
  Q: I have a problem during my WindowsXP Login. When i Login it shows Loading my settings then again it ...
  A: its a virus changed some values in the registry and you need to restore them back simple follow ...
icons changed appearance10/12/2008
  Q: A few of my icons, not most of them, all of a sudden have changed their appearance. I have Window ...
  A: the icon cache is damaged and you need to rebuild it again dont worry it is simple download this ...
Two Outlook Express Questions10/11/2008
  Q: I use Outlook Express 6 and XP. 1. A friend instructed Outlook Express to have the RoadRunner ...
  A: to disable the "leave a copy on the server side" option do the following open outlook express then ...
Internet Explorer10/11/2008
  Q: on ie 6 there was an auto fill feature which would allow you to fill in your name, address,email ...
  A: i am not really sure if there was a special option in internet explorer 6 that saves credit card ...
computer won't boot past xp splash screen, safe mode can't see harddrives10/11/2008
  Q: the other day my computer froze during normal use and let off some audible beeps, now it won't boot ...
  A: then do the following.. boot your computer using your windows xp cd and get into recovery console , ...
Internet Explorer10/11/2008
  Q: on ie 6 there was an auto fill feature which would allow you to fill in your name, address,email ...
  A: To configure AutoComplete settings in Internet Explorer 7: 1. Open the Web browser. 2. From the ...
microsoft internet explorer10/10/2008
  Q: Almost everytime i open my homepage which is yahoo, a box pops up saying that internet explorer is ...
  A: it could be a malware that is causing internet explorer to shutdown or it could be an error at ...
vista10/10/2008
  Q: do you know how to record things off your computer on vista such as i want a song and i cant ...
  A: there are alot of programs that can do that on any system including vista take a look at these ( ...
windows vista.10/10/2008
  Q: i have got windows vista and i would like to record sound from the speaekers, e.g i want to record ...
  A: i saw this question in the question pool , you already sent me a question and i answered it but you ...
iTunes, my iPod and my printer with XP10/9/2008
  Q: Lately as in the past week or so, my iPod and printer have not been connecting to the computer ...
  A: it could be a lot of things here that causing this problem so it means a lot of thing you will have ...
transferring ie favorites10/9/2008
  Q: I have saved my ie favorites from my old pc on a flash drive. How do I restore them to IE on my new ...
  A: 2 ways 1. if you backup your favirotes using the Export option in internet explorer then do the ...
norton 36010/8/2008
  Q: had loaded norton 360 but a problem occured.tried to remove it and start over but it wouldn't remove ...
  A: im not sure when you said "tried norton remove" did you mean norton removal tool? if not then ...
Windows XP10/8/2008
  Q: I have a Acer laptop that crashed and I need to re install the software that I have on DISKS, ...
  A: it is possible you can do that if your system boots from USB devices , you will have to check that ...
System hanging10/8/2008
  Q: I have a friend who's computer system hangs when he shuts down his system. The problem is simply ...
  A: the problem exist because of windows XP service pack 1 , belkin had a lot of problem/issues with ...
exe problems10/8/2008
  Q: recently I have experenced these boxes coming up on my computer such assymnrt.exe application errow ...
  A: it sound like your notron anti virus is damaged and corrupted you need to uninstall it and reinstall ...
computer won't boot past xp splash screen, safe mode can't see harddrives10/7/2008
  Q: the other day my computer froze during normal use and let off some audible beeps, now it won't boot ...
  A: if everything was working fine and you told me that you found that the temperatures are going high ...
Windows XP - Resolution Settings10/7/2008
  Q: I am running Windows XP Home, and have recently installed one of the regular Windows updates that ...
  A: yes i guess windows update replaced the graphics driver with a wrong one reinstall your graphic ...
WIndows XP malfunction10/6/2008
  Q: my computer recently crashed about 4 days ago. It rebooted my computer and put my system in a ...
  A: some program when you reinstall windows xp or do a xp repair wont work properly at all , it means ...
autoplay10/6/2008
  Q: i got the autoplay options but the options are not apearing when i insert my pendrive.i have kept ...
  A: do the following insert your pen drive , then goto my computer , right click on your pen drive ...
Adobe Reader 8.1.110/5/2008
  Q: Greetings Saad. I'm very much computer illiterate and I cannot uninstall the above Adobe Reader. At ...
  A: im just wondering when you installed the windows cleanup utility the msicuu2 , did you run the ...
Sound problem with windows10/5/2008
  Q: I am having problems getting my sound to work. It has worked for years on my computer perfectly, ...
  A: try this first Open the Media Player At the top, Click on "Tools" Select "Options" Click on the ...
Adobe Reader 8.1.110/4/2008
  Q: Greetings Saad. I'm very much computer illiterate and I cannot uninstall the above Adobe Reader. At ...
  A: if it not being removed from add/remove program under control panel then the safest way to remove ...
Startup10/4/2008
  Q: I had to start a new question because it said too many follow ups. It took that long to login from ...
  A: so your computer logs on normally but it takes a long time to do a minutes or two maybe your user ...
Graphic File views in Windows-Vista Explorer.10/4/2008
  Q: My question probably relates to Windows Vista more than with XP, but in your profile you said you ...
  A: ) then you need to check which program is dealing with the jpg images , such as acdsee or picasa or ...
very ADVANCED system problem, PLEASE HELP.10/4/2008
  Q: I know this is long, and complicated, but I’d be so happy and honored if you would take some time to ...
  A: something wrong happened to your deivces drivers , that why windows is not loading at all , it goes ...
explorer.exe at startup10/3/2008
  Q: My computer is Intel(R) Core(TM)2 CPU [no idea what this means though!] running on Windows XP. ...
  A: sure ill help you out no matter what happens i am here for you :) when you start your computer and ...
XP Search Key10/3/2008
  Q: I have disabled my registry search key as per this article: ...
  A: you can do that safely from group policy editor goto start menu -> run type gpedit.msc then under ...
HDD reads wrong10/2/2008
  Q: My hdd is 140gb. It is partitioned into 3 section. C: 30gb for windows/programs, E: 110gb for data ...
  A: there is something wrong about your system or we are missing something , i cant think of other ...
HDD reads wrong10/2/2008
  Q: My hdd is 140gb. It is partitioned into 3 section. C: 30gb for windows/programs, E: 110gb for data ...
  A: does your computer/laptop come with a recovery system partition or option ? if it does then F drive ...
Windows XP low memory problem10/2/2008
  Q: I had to reinstall my windows xp and I have lost all my memory except for 240 mbs of space. I ...
  A: it could be a widows xp installation the messed up your whole system or the viruses that is ...
explorer.exe at startup9/30/2008
  Q: My computer is Intel(R) Core(TM)2 CPU [no idea what this means though!] running on Windows XP. ...
  A: just run explorer the way you do to get your desktop back then open these link and download these ...
how to delete one OS9/28/2008
  Q: I have windows XP media center edition OS[C drive] and also installed windows 98 installed in my ...
  A: if the Win9X OS was installed on a separate partition , you can now easily format that partition ...
pep.exe9/27/2008
  Q: This is a Vista question and I know it will be passed on. When I start up I get a message about ...
  A: as you mentioned i could not find any info about the process but you can at least check the path of ...
Microsoft Windows XP & Linux Kubuntu9/20/2008
  Q: I hope you don't mind but my school has asked me to find out information about the two ...
  A: here is all the information you need for windows xp http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_XP and ...
drives exrpler background change9/16/2008
  Q: i am tried change drives or my computer explore background change pleas helip me ...
  A: iv have seen your question in windows xp pool , and actually i think no one understood your question ...
RUNDLL ERROR9/14/2008
  Q: At windows start up I get a box that says "Error ...
  A: first you need to clean your system from temp files and history files goto www.ccleaner.com and ...
Windows wont start8/31/2008
  Q: I was watching some youtube videos one night when there was a power surge for 3 seconds, all ...
  A: unplug The Mouse and any other peripherals such as external hard drive memory stick etc.. attached ...
Deleting the action in file type advance option8/31/2008
  Q: Sir, I did the same mistakes going into the folder option ile types ile foldersadvanced option then ...
  A: try accessing your computer and doing the steps under safe mode restart your computer and keep ...
keyboard8/31/2008
  Q: Since re-installing xp my keyboard functions work on different keys ie, I find alt and question mark ...
  A: is keyboard a US standard or a UK standard or English international standard ? anyways go to ...
Cannot open Word attachments8/31/2008
  Q: Recently my computer stopped downloading Word attachments. This is somewhat distressing since I'm a ...
  A: did you upgrade to internet explorer 7 ? if not try installing internet explorer 7 this may fix your ...
internet button on my Satellite P25-s5078/30/2008
  Q: I would like to find out how to get my Internet button working on the above referenced laptop. I'm ...
  A: download this file and install it ...
enable autoplay8/30/2008
  Q: i am using windows xp service pack two. whenever i insert a removable storage device i am not ...
  A: do the following Go to Run –> gpedit.msc In the left hand menu, go to User Config –> Administrative ...
Windows XP Home SP@8/30/2008
  Q: When I play games (POGO) my computer will sometimes freeze in the middle of play. However, ...
  A: i guess Pogo are online flash games as i guess , it could be a flash active x corruption try doing ...
Sending Windows XP pictures8/29/2008
  Q: My sister has a Dell 2400 with XP S2 and AOL 9.0SE. When she tries to send a picture in email from ...
  A: it because she uses AOL 9 and you are using AOL 10 i guess so but anyways let her do that open up ...
restarting8/29/2008
  Q: I just bought brand new pc with xp and when I restart the computer it automatically loads the ...
  A: it load directly because there is no password for that username you need to create a password for ...
Question8/29/2008
  Q: Sir In microsoft xp operating system 'Alarm clock' doesn't inbuilt.plz just tell why. I am not ...
  A: windows xp does not have a built in alarm clock system , you need to use a 3rd party software to do ...
Deleting the action in file type advance option8/28/2008
  Q: Sir, I did the same mistakes going into the folder option ile types ile foldersadvanced option then ...
  A: you need to delete that action key and other keys from the registry to set it back to defaults do ...
run-time error 3728/28/2008
  Q: i have a question regarding windows xp, when i try to run a program that i got online (site address: ...
  A: you need to download a couple of dependency software to fix the missing files download VB run time 6 ...
User Account8/28/2008
  Q: I need to make an account in XP pro wid only internet access the user must not be able to ...
  A: you can do that in two ways 1.enabling guest account , by going to control panel , user account , ...
XP & printer8/27/2008
  Q: I have an HP C5180 printer connected to a windows XP system. All factory software has been installed ...
  A: if you print perfectly and you have no problems , that printer should be listed in control panel -> ...
backup on external hard drive8/27/2008
  Q: I have a windows xp desktop and vista desktop computers. I would like to backup files on external ...
  A: if you want to back up files and folders without windows backup tool , just create two folders on ...
Blinking cursor8/27/2008
  Q: My cursor has changed from a blinking line to a blinking squre black block. Anyway I can fix it. Tx
  A: do the following open start menu -> control panel -> then "mouse" click on pointer tab and under ...
senting e-mail so nobody as Undisclosed Recipient8/27/2008
  Q: I want to send each e-mail so nobody else I am sending to also, cannot see who else I have sent this ...
  A: you will find all the answers about your query at this link ...
memory on xp8/27/2008
  Q: ive a question i hope you can help me with. i have a spare computer it was originaly windows 98. and ...
  A: actually windows xp is 3 times bigger than windows 98 , so it takes a lot of space mostly 2GBs , ...
Windows xp program8/27/2008
  Q: I recently have had a problem opening any program on xp. If I try to open anything a box pops up- ...
  A: your computer is infected with a Trojan horse and a virus you need to download a 3rd party removal ...
MY MUSIC folder8/25/2008
  Q: yes How can I get the start window in XP pro to recognizes MY MUSIC folder and MY PHOTO folder. I ...
  A: Hell Harvie how are you doing do the following to get back my music and my pictures to start menu ...
sending photos using outlook and winds xp8/25/2008
  Q: After I select the photo and resize it nothing else happens? Whats up with that. Would like to send ...
  A: Hell Cj how are you doing resizing the photos will not make them small in size , you need to re ...
"windows going to sleep"8/25/2008
  Q: what does "Windows is going to sleep" mean??? thanks---
  A: Sleep mode or "stand-by" refers to a low power mode for electronic devices such as computers, ...
System Restore disabled?8/25/2008
  Q: I try to use the System Restore but it could not set the computer back to an earlier day. What is ...
  A: if system restore was disabled , i'm afraid that you can not restore your system to an earlier date. ...
win XP8/24/2008
  Q: I am tryingto delete some fileon the computer, But when Ihit delete it says access denied. It saysI ...
  A: when you open msconfig it is also denying your access? first of all you need to make sure that the ...
Avast Antivirus8/23/2008
  Q: I am writing to you since you were very helpful to me in my previous query. I run Avast antivirus on ...
  A: well the exclusion path should be the path of the program you use which is spy 007 , as i do not ...
XP Pro, Internet problems8/21/2008
  Q: Saad said: Hello Gerry im sorry to hear that i have written for you a bad links , so here is the ...
  A: ) under the download program files , you can delete everything inside that folder its not a big ...
webcam setup problem8/21/2008
  Q: SAAD I AM TRYING TO ACCESS SAFE MODE TO UNINSTALL AND REINSTALL THE SOFTWARE FOR MY NEW LOGITECH ...
  A: it seems that your Bios boot key is similar to windows xp boot menu key which is F8 reboot your ...
Word 2003 on XP Computer8/21/2008
  Q: Each time I start MS Word 2003 the resolution colour switches from "Colour 32bits" to "Coulour ...
  A: do the following open my computer -> C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office11 locate winword.exe ...
XP Pro, Internet problems8/20/2008
  Q: Expert Lenny appears to have gone on vacation and I am directed to select another expert. Looks like ...
  A: im sorry to hear that i have written for you a bad links , so here is the correct one for Trojan ...
XP Pro, Internet problems8/19/2008
  Q: Expert Lenny appears to have gone on vacation and I am directed to select another expert. Looks like ...
  A: i faced this problem before its all about registry failure and permissions if you done method D ...
WIN Vista Unintall and re-install8/19/2008
  Q: I have a Acer emachines E510 and it is having default windows Vista installed from the manufacturer. ...
  A: you need to change your Hard drive mode from AHCI to ATA , get into your computer BIOS and look up ...
uninstall8/19/2008
  Q: When I bought my lap top with vista it already had a trial version of microsoft word. The trial ...
  A: try using these tools ...
uninstall8/18/2008
  Q: When I bought my lap top with vista it already had a trial version of microsoft word. The trial ...
  A: it should be listed in the program and features in control panel with the name of "Microsoft Office ...
About Windows XP8/18/2008
  Q: How I can change the word "Welcome" of welcome note of windows XP.
  A: actually you can do that but it is going to be a little tricky and you may crash your windows system ...
Having tabs on my browser8/17/2008
  Q: Saad. How do I create tabs at the top of my computer screen so I can just click on them to go on ...
  A: I'm not sure if you are talking about the Links toolbar on Internet Explorer? if it is , Links ...
passwords8/16/2008
  Q: how do I enable the do you want windows to remember this password box in xp please ANSWER: Hello ...
  A: for internet explorer read this article and choose the IE version that you use ...
auto logoff???8/15/2008
  Q: I'm having a problem with my computer. I can get to the log in screen but after i log on it ...
  A: it sort of a virus that changed some registry key and value in windows registry , you need to ...
Using on XP a SD card for a part of the swap file8/15/2008
  Q: 've a mini laptop (Toshiba Libretto U100) with a very low-performance HD (1,8", 4200 rpm) and I'd ...
  A: of course you can setup a pagefile.sys on SD cards or even USB sticks , just from control panel -> ...
enable autoplay8/14/2008
  Q: i am using windows xp service pack two. whenever i insert a removable storage device i am not ...
  A: download the file below and apply it to your registry then reboot your computer ...
Windows XP Shutdown problem8/12/2008
  Q: Hey, I am running XP Pro and i have a problem with shutting down,i go to start and press turn off ...
  A: there is a running application that is preventing windows from shutting down , close any running ...
win xp license8/11/2008
  Q: Can i move my Xp from a Hulerd Packered Machine to another computer without buying a new Xp license? ...
  A: yes you can move the license from computer to another , move it not use it on both computers. the ...
add and remove programs on xp8/10/2008
  Q: I have nothing in my add and remove program.my computer seems to be working fine.i'm just wondering ...
  A: first you need to make sure that your computer is not infected with a Trojan horse , goto ...
Re: Video card upgrade8/10/2008
  Q: 08/10/2008 Dear Mr. Shawwa: Hello, how are you doing today? I had an issue with my PC I was hoping ...
  A: i do not think it is a problem with your Video Adapter , the atari classic games requires 2MB video ...
telnet to NOIP-machine fail8/10/2008
  Q: my current machine A cannot connect to another machine B with noip service(DDNS) via the registered ...
  A: i guess it is all because of Windows Firewall or a 3RD party firewall program , try disabling the ...
Downloading email document8/8/2008
  Q: I am having trouble downloading a Word document from an email attachment to my 98se Dell computer. ...
  A: when you press open it will temporary open the word document whenever you close the document it will ...
Volume on my computer8/7/2008
  Q: I know that the volume on my 'Advanced Volume Controls' is muted but I cannot get to it to unmute ...
  A: try doing that go to Start --> Run, and type in services.msc. A window will pop up with a list of ...
Outlook Express8/7/2008
  Q: "Windows XP home. Unable to download email from the ISP in the administrators side of the computer. ...
  A: outlook express is a part of internet explorer 6 legend , so if you want to repair it you need to ...
usbport.sys utilizing 100% cpu8/6/2008
  Q: I am having compaq presario pc. Operating system is Win XP. I am facing some problem with my PC ...
  A: then do the following, unplug your usb devices all of them , then start your computer and keep ...
for Product key8/6/2008
  Q: Pls let me know how I can remove product key before login in xp whose ask to without product key you ...
  A: you will not be able to log in without a serial key , you need that key to activate your windows and ...
Application Error8/5/2008
  Q: I seem to get an application error every time I shut down my laptop. It simply reads "Explorer.EXE ...
  A: yes it could be symantec it self , symantec is heavy and it takes random actions to the system it ...
reinstall XP OS8/5/2008
  Q: I'm fixin a PC for a friend that has a super nasty root virus on it. I can usually kill these ...
  A: you can create an xp start up disk using any xp machine Create MS-DOS bootable diskette When ...
XP not being recognized correctly as the OS8/3/2008
  Q: I have tried to install zonealarm, avg free and even change yahoo email from the classic view to the ...
  A: some programs have issues running on XP service pack 3 and internet explorer 7 such as avg and zone ...
usbport.sys utilizing 100% cpu8/3/2008
  Q: I am having compaq presario pc. Operating system is Win XP. I am facing some problem with my PC ...
  A: Unplug ALL USB devices. Open Device Manager. View, Show Hidden Devices. Uninstall all devices under ...
external storage8/2/2008
  Q: I was recently told to copy on an external device, my four thousand pictures I have on the picasa ...
  A: if the pictures are really important to you and you do not have any backup copies of them on CD's or ...
Finding Email addresses - Netscape8/2/2008
  Q: . I just read your answer to a question regarding how this person might find their Outlook emails ...
  A: if you dont know what version you are using then try looking at those places Netscape Communicator ...
defrag problem8/1/2008
  Q: The is the message I get when I try to defrag: C:\WINDOWS\system32\dfrg.msc "file does not exist, is ...
  A: to solve your problem read this article ...
need help7/28/2008
  Q: when I connect my digital camera to my computer it does not start before it was ok but couple of ...
  A: Use the driver/software CDs that came with the Digital Camera and reinstall its application and the ...
Reinstalled XP and now no sound.7/28/2008
  Q: I've just recently reformatted my drive and installed Windows XP. However now I have no sound and my ...
  A: then the driver that you are trying is not correct you need a 3rd party software to know the audio ...
cmos battery7/28/2008
  Q: i have used this toshiba satellite laptop for more than 3 years, is it the time to replace a new ...
  A: The standard lifetime of a CMOS battery is around 10 Years; however, this amount of time can change ...
remove XP7/28/2008
  Q: I want to remove a Dell XP 30 trial. The 30 days have expired and now when I turn the comp on, I am ...
  A: well it means that you need to contact microsoft using phone or online to activate your windows xp ...
Reinstalled XP and now no sound.7/28/2008
  Q: I've just recently reformatted my drive and installed Windows XP. However now I have no sound and my ...
  A: the model that you sent me is a driver for Ethernet adapter and not the sound card. also if you ...
windows xp7/27/2008
  Q: I am trying to download something and get the message that I do not have Windows XP, service pk 2. ...
  A: if you do not mind telling me the exact error message as it is that you get and also what is the ...
Changing shell7/26/2008
  Q: i need to change the shell of win xp at user logon through win server 2003, should i be using group ...
  A: im not sure that you can do a custom switch script between day/night but im sure you can do all the ...
Windows taskbar and icons gone..!7/26/2008
  Q: I have problem bout my desktop they're all gone. My computer is running windows xp professional with ...
  A: there are many things to try here mike when you login , press CTRL+ALT+DEL choose task manager from ...
Mac or Windows?7/25/2008
  Q: I'm seriously considering swapping in my two desktops and laptop...all linked with a wireless router ...
  A: you have to consider that The only problem that is facing MAC OX and Linux against Microsoft ...
Changing shell7/25/2008
  Q: i need to change the shell of win xp at user logon through win server 2003, should i be using group ...
  A: you can reset the login shell using 2 easy ways.. just login to your xp machine run regedit using ...
Windows Boot error7/25/2008
  Q: I recently purchased a ATT USB connect mobile broadband device and after downloading the software my ...
  A: to fix your problem boot your computer using your windows XP CD , then enter "recovery console" to ...
lost desktop on display properties7/25/2008
  Q: i seemed to have lost the above, i have the other 4 but not that one, i have been reading through ...
  A: download this reg file and apply it http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/regs_edits/desktoptab.reg after ...
C drive opening problem7/25/2008
  Q: when i double click on C or D drive there appears OPEN WITH box?
  A: your computer is infected with a virus you need to clean the virus using an anti virus if your anti ...
AntivirusXP BSOD7/24/2008
  Q: I contracted Antivirus XP. I've removed all of the files and processes I could find manually and ...
  A: actually it depends they might be removed or renamed , in both cases they are in-active they will ...
Safe Mode7/24/2008
  Q: My Dell Laptop boots up in Safe Mode. I have XP Pro installed. How can I stop it
  A: boot into safe mode and login , then goto start menu -> run , type msconfig and press ok system ...
AntivirusXP BSOD7/23/2008
  Q: I contracted Antivirus XP. I've removed all of the files and processes I could find manually and ...
  A: spyware doctor dealt with virus files and some registry information but it did not fix most of the ...
Admin privilege7/23/2008
  Q: Using the admin account, I have tried to alter the Startup list using <RUN> <msconfig.exe>. I ...
  A: this problem appears to happen when you have a HP printer most of the time so try this solution ...
Partition7/23/2008
  Q: I formatted one of my three partitions from control panel>administrative tools>computer ...
  A: Oh That Means that you already have an extended partition A disk may contain up to four primary ...
Partition7/23/2008
  Q: I formatted one of my three partitions from control panel>administrative tools>computer ...
  A: Unallocated space means that it isn't assigned to either a primary or extended partition, "A FREE ...
exporting bookmarks7/22/2008
  Q: I need assistance in exporting my bookmarks which are located in Netscape 8.1 to Firefox 3. Any ...
  A: option 1 Find your Netscape profile folder, it should be inside the following folder C:\Documents ...
disk defragmenter7/22/2008
  Q: I am unable to run my disk defragmenter, disk cleanup and scan disk. it says that my disk is not ...
  A: i am sorry to say that your computer is infected with one of the most mean computer trojan ever. " ...
Windows XP Pro registry problems7/22/2008
  Q: My friend has recieves the following message when she switches her laptop on: STOP: C0000218 ...
  A: this is happening because of a virus , or a power failure or a non healthy system shutdown. windows ...
Burn CD7/22/2008
  Q: ERROR message 'DVD' is write protected. How do you undo write-protection
  A: It might be just a dvd player and not a DVD burner , or you are using a corrupted DVD , try using a ...
Internet Authentication Service (IAS) for XP7/21/2008
  Q: as i know Internet Authentication Service (IAS) is a built-in Service for Windows 2000/2003/2008 ...
  A: im sorry to say no you can't. it is a SERVER system type services option. XP Yes Windows XP is ...
partition in windows xp7/21/2008
  Q: Saad I have created a partition in computer through the following: start - control panel - ...
  A: it looks like your hard drive is totally allocated for one partition which is C:. The Disk ...
partition in windows xp7/21/2008
  Q: Lenny I have created a partition in computer through the following: start - control panel - ...
  A: it looks like your hard drive is totally allocated for one partition which is C:. The Disk ...
my sound7/20/2008
  Q: i formatted my computer and i just lost my sound + my computer was custom built and i don't no how ...
  A: usually the sound driver comes with the motherboard CDS included with the computer try to find them. ...
Backups7/20/2008
  Q: I have a separate external hard drive and my PC has 3 user accounts. When using the Windows ...
  A: yes Complete PC backup , make a volume copy of your system as it is , when ever you use this backup ...
Help7/19/2008
  Q: I am unable to send the messages through outlook express but I am able to receive the mails.If i ...
  A: this problem usually appears because.. 1.your smtp settings are not correctly entered. which means ...
XP passwords7/19/2008
  Q: I bought a XP computer at bankruptcy sale. It needed passwords to log in. I tried and was un able to ...
  A: no windows does not lock the system after many bad attempts i guess the program you are using to ...
Can't login!7/18/2008
  Q: I tried logging into my PC and got the following message: "A problem is preventing Windows from ...
  A: try running the validation tool http://www.microsoft.com/genuine/default.aspx?displaylang=en-gb ...
command prompt not working7/17/2008
  Q: .. I m using winxp(prof)Sp2. one day I want to work in command prompt or cmd but it was not working ...
  A: the virus might have disabled the command promt and many other things such as regedit taskmanager ...
No "Screensaver" tab in "Display"7/17/2008
  Q: For some reason, the "screensaver tab in XP Control Panel-Display has disappeared (as has one of the ...
  A: then try that file download this file and run it - apply it. ...
windows xp and me7/16/2008
  Q: i have windows-me and my friend has xp and she gave me her mp3 player and it has write-protection ...
  A: it is the mp3 player that is write protected , your friend enabled that feature so you cant delete ...
How to avoid opening screen7/16/2008
  Q: The Windows XP Home Edition on my desk top computer reverts after a few minutes of non-use in any ...
  A: It could be two things .. 1.Screen saver. May be password protected. you need to uncheck this ...
command prompt or cmd is not working7/16/2008
  Q: .. I m using winxp(prof)Sp2. one day I want to work in command prompt or cmd but it was not ...
  A: the virus might have disabled the command promt and many other things such as regedit taskmanager ...
command prompt & cmd is not working7/16/2008
  Q: .. I m using winxp(prof)Sp2. one day I want to work in command prompt or cmd but it was not working ...
  A: the virus might have disabled the command promt and many other things such as regedit taskmanager ...
CD-R disk7/16/2008
  Q: I copied all my document files to a CD-R disk and when I tried to access them on another computer it ...
  A: by default when you burn files on CD's DVD's in general , the file attributes will be changed to ...
removal of music match from XP pro7/15/2008
  Q: Ikeep getting (access denied ) when i try to install music match from Cd..I bought the Cd from the ...
  A: i am kinda confused now , are you trying to install music match or remove music match? and the ...
problems7/15/2008
  Q: I'm having problems with my computer sometimes while I'm doing something on it it will reboot ...
  A: it could be a virus or a hardware failure you need to make sure that your system is virus free & ...
Upgrade 98FE to XP7/15/2008
  Q: I currently have running a Windows 98 First Edition and I have the Xp CD that I can use to upgrade ...
  A: as you mentioned windows xp can operate on a 550MHZ CPU, also it need higher memory 256MB is good ...
best free anti virus7/14/2008
  Q: what is the best free anti virus that can protect my computer from viruses , some people told me ...
  A: the best free antivirus at the moment is Avira , the last tests on VB100% and av-comratives and too ...
how to change file type manually7/13/2008
  Q: i am trying to figure out how to edit the file types in windows xp but having no luck. the files im ...
  A: 1.First Open My Computer , goto Tools->folder options , then going to view tab , uncheck "hide ...
Will a HDD with OS XP (reinstalled from other computer) work in similar motherboard ?7/12/2008
  Q: I took out my HDD from a system which has an ASUS K8S-MX motherboard. The system was getting slow ...
  A: yes it should work fine , but when the installation of windows xp is done , do not install any ...
Antivirus XP 20087/11/2008
  Q: I have this virius on my computer at the moment and I try and run programs and nothing happens the ...
  A: then use this tool the installer should work fine download it from ...
ms-outlook7/11/2008
  Q: what is the maximum size of PST file ?
  A: PST files are limited to 20gb by default , but you can increase the number for more information ...
Antivirus XP 20087/11/2008
  Q: I have this virius on my computer at the moment and I try and run programs and nothing happens the ...
  A: Antivirus XP 2008 is trojan that messing with your computer goto www.malwarebytes.org and download ...
Is windows more prone to invasion?7/10/2008
  Q: Due to it's wider use is it subject more abuse? Is a program like Norton OK for protection.
  A: yes because its wider usage, it is the first target for abusers and viruses trojans malwares and ...
Unresponsive Taskbar7/9/2008
  Q: I have a Dell Inspiron 6000 laptop, running on Windows XP Pro (5.2 Build 2600), Service Pack 2. I ...
  A: you need to restore Taskbar to Default Functionality run this file ...
short cuts7/9/2008
  Q: is it possible to create a shortcut where i can just press one key on my keyboard to open up outlook ...
  A: sure you can , goto start menu , all program locate outlook express and right click on it and choose ...
Start Icon in wrong place7/8/2008
  Q: I have XP Home. How can I put it all back on the bottom?
  A: Just left click and hold on a blank area of the task bar and drag it back to the bottom of the ...
win vista7/8/2008
  Q: why does ie7 only open in safe mode and how do i fix it?
  A: I know of three causes for the vast majority of such problems: 1. Incompatible add-ons: What if you ...
Vista Backup problem7/7/2008
  Q: I can not backup my laptop. When I run the backup it errors out "Not enough space to save the backup ...
  A: Connect your external hard drive , make sure that you have enough space on it for the backup. then ...
Vista Backup problem7/6/2008
  Q: I can not backup my laptop. When I run the backup it errors out "Not enough space to save the backup ...
  A: its nothing about the settings , it is all about free space , you are trying to backup a large ...
Start Icon7/6/2008
  Q: How can I put it all back on the bottom?
  A: To move the taskbar from its default position along the bottom edge of the screen to any of the ...
Word document deletion7/6/2008
  Q: Suddenly a document was placed in microsoft Word - without my doing so! It is a document(photos ...
  A: sorry for taking to long to answer , now i understand what is the problem , it is the recent ...
Word document deletion7/5/2008
  Q: Suddenly a document was placed in microsoft Word - without my doing so! It is a document(photos ...
  A: Im sorry to say that i still did not understand your situation here im totally confused , i do not ...
Printer problem Windows XP7/5/2008
  Q: Saad, I have a HP Photosmart 7260 that is printing 1 page every 15-30 min. A Lexmark Z22 that has ...
  A: most of the time it is a driver fault or problem try to uninstall the hp photosmart driver from ...
email files, addresses.7/4/2008
  Q: Recently my Windows XP Pro got corrupted and I decided to re-install it on another drive. The ...
  A: First of all , a new xp installation on another drive means that you need to install Microsoft ...
icons representing websites7/2/2008
  Q: i have a slight but annoying problem. in 'my favorites' the websites listed are usually associated ...
  A: These are known as favicons.ico (Favorite Icons) and they normally will only last until your ...
Internet & restore issues7/2/2008
  Q: Congrats on the degree! I have access to internet (hince writing you now). However, when I do ...
  A: i saw your question in our Q-Pool , and you mentioned that IE goes blank , system restore goes blank ...
device manager7/1/2008
  Q: My computer uses Windows Xp. It was running slowly and I started to do things I guess I should not ...
  A: check this article written by Microsoft technicals , it should fix your problem if the services was ...
My applications of my home PC is not responding. Help!!!6/29/2008
  Q: My PC configuration is Core 2 duo,2GB ram,250 GB HDD and Window XP SP2. I installed licensed ...
  A: uninstall the following 1.Advanced Windows Care 2.system protect 3.process scanner 4.google desktop ...
My applications of my home PC is not responding. Help!!!6/29/2008
  Q: My PC configuration is Core 2 duo,2GB ram,250 GB HDD and Window XP SP2. I installed licensed ...
  A: well first of all uninstall Spyware Terminator , Kaspersky is enough for your protection so spyware ...
Country chage in os6/27/2008
  Q: I want to change the currency format to INDIAN RUPEES in my excel invoices. When i go to CONTOL ...
  A: Wwhen you open regional options under , select the match that list uryour language which is "Hinid" ...
desktop background problem6/26/2008
  Q: Somehow, the desktop is not displaying the background. I can not change the settings to display a ...
  A: download this file and run it apply it then restart your computer , it should fix ur problem ...
windows installer6/22/2008
  Q: "The Windows Installer Service could not be accessed. This can occur if you are running Windows in ...
  A: your windows installer is damaged or the windows install service is not running. if it is disabled ...
computer won't boot6/20/2008
  Q: Thaks very much for taking questions. My laptop (Dell inspiron, running XP) failed to boot today. ...
  A: Hell Eric, actually i did that on too many computers and it did not damage files or partitions ...
computer won't boot6/20/2008
  Q: Thaks very much for taking questions. My laptop (Dell inspiron, running XP) failed to boot today. ...
  A: fixboot and chkdsk should work , but if you get these error msgs that means that your hard drive is ...
computer won't boot6/19/2008
  Q: Thaks very much for taking questions. My laptop (Dell inspiron, running XP) failed to boot today. ...
  A: you can get into bios by powering on your computer then following the screen post , there must be ...
computer won't boot6/19/2008
  Q: Thaks very much for taking questions. My laptop (Dell inspiron, running XP) failed to boot today. ...
  A: this is not going to erase your hard drive , FIXBOOT is only going to fix the boot files and records ...
computer won't boot6/19/2008
  Q: Thaks very much for taking questions. My laptop (Dell inspiron, running XP) failed to boot today. ...
  A: boot using your windows xp CD , then when the setup starts , choose R" repair , it will enter you to ...
Missing E-Mail6/19/2008
  Q: My neighbor,across the alley,has been missing his e-mail for awhile.I feel that his mail is being ...
  A: well the only way he can stop receiving emails from certain people is adding them to spam or block ...
problem6/19/2008
  Q: I'm trying to pay my credit card and it keeps saying "javascript" at the bottom of my computer. I ...
  A: i guess you need to install the latest version of java , goto www.java.com and download and install ...
Problem with XP Desktop Folder View6/16/2008
  Q: I use Window XP(Home). I created several desktop folders to hold shortcut to programs such as ...
  A: yes that refers for the whole system. if you want to undo these settings , yes you can undo it by ...
Problem with XP Desktop Folder View6/15/2008
  Q: I use Window XP(Home). I created several desktop folders to hold shortcut to programs such as ...
  A: i guess 5000 value is not enough for your system :) you need to increase the number to 8000 max ...
Problem with XP Desktop Folder View6/15/2008
  Q: I use Window XP(Home). I created several desktop folders to hold shortcut to programs such as ...
  A: its because windows xp does not save settings for more than 200 local folder and 200 networked ...
about Windows XP Pro6/13/2008
  Q: i have windows XP OEM Pack and Bitdefender Antivirus installed Licensed but still i cannot see my ...
  A: some registry keys are missed up thats why you are unable to show hidden files download that file ...
Remote Desktop Connection6/12/2008
  Q: I was wondering if I can use the Remote Desktop connection feature if I have the Home edition at ...
  A: Hell Angie , from home edition to home edition you cant , home editions only have the remote desktop ...
Remote Desktop Connection6/11/2008
  Q: I was wondering if I can use the Remote Desktop connection feature if I have the Home edition at ...
  A: Remote Desktop is not available for Windows XP Home Edition. but you can connect from windows xp ...
logon logoff6/6/2008
  Q: the computer still doesnt work, is there any option to fix it?
  A: it is a virus that changed a registry login key , there are solution but it is hard to work them out ...
Dual Startup6/6/2008
  Q: A friend installed Win 98 and 2000 on my computer a few years ago. I didn't use 2000 until now. He ...
  A: to set 2000 the default , boot into windows 2000 , then login , right click on My Computer , then ...
Cannot Open Windows XP6/4/2008
  Q: After installing AVG Anti-Virus and cleaning my computing totally, I shut off my computer. Now it ...
  A: if it enters using safe mode but not the normal boot , it could be the display adapter driver.. do ...
Cannot Open Windows XP6/4/2008
  Q: After installing AVG Anti-Virus and cleaning my computing totally, I shut off my computer. Now it ...
  A: I need some informations does it drive you to the login page , or after the boot logo it goes blank ...
autofill my userid and passwords6/2/2008
  Q: i use xp and i accidently turned off the remember my userid and password feature for some sites that ...
  A: you need to enable auto complete feature to do so , open internet explorer and follow these steps.. ...
Oracle Financials - Unable to Access Login Window6/1/2008
  Q: I have Oracle 11i Vision installed on my PC. I normally access the login window by placing ...
  A: I know a little on Oracle DB , and it seems the problem is within the db listener and oracle CM ...
RE: Corrupt profile6/1/2008
  Q: I have a problem that everytime i start windows xp, it says that my profile has been corrupted & it ...
  A: download this tool ...
PF usage6/1/2008
  Q: I just have a simple question what is the PF usage in the windows task manager windows? my ...
  A: Page file is known as swapfile or Virtual Memory. The page file is used by windows to store ...
Web mail can't access6/1/2008
  Q: Saad When I login my webmail the dialog box is shown: I fillup the dialog box. I. Account Name. ...
  A: I do not think that you have problems on your side , i think the problem is from the server side it ...
Windows XP home problem5/31/2008
  Q: Well within 10 minutes or so of my computer being on my CPU starts running at 100% and my computer ...
  A: you need to exit the application you do not use , or disable them from running on windows startup. ...
Text in taskbar5/31/2008
  Q: I somehow clicked on the taskbar and got a meny saying "show text." I clicked it. Big mistake. The ...
  A: to remove the text do the following , its kinda buggy just near the start button , right click on ...
No start menu or task bar after login5/31/2008
  Q: In the process of trying to rid my PC of a w32.mandaph virus I went into the regedit (I know, dumb) ...
  A: to get the run command do the following When ever you login to windows , and for sure no desktop or ...
Ststem 32 error5/31/2008
  Q: I ran Ophcrack on my Windows XP Pro and on my Vista home basic computers.Both have crashed,im ...
  A: the xp machine you need the cd to fix it , you can send it to any shop or the shop you bought it ...
Ststem 32 error5/31/2008
  Q: I ran Ophcrack on my Windows XP Pro and on my Vista home basic computers.Both have crashed,im ...
  A: i am sorry to say that you need the disks so you can enter the recovery console and fix the compute. ...
Ststem 32 error5/31/2008
  Q: I ran Ophcrack on my Windows XP Pro and on my Vista home basic computers.Both have crashed,im ...
  A: do not worry it can be solved but it need guts and you need to concentrate and leave your fears ...
Delivery manager5/31/2008
  Q: I keep getting a error on xp when I bootup. Delivery manager has encountered a problem. I really ...
  A: Hi, khost.exe is a secure data delivery application by Kontiki Inc. which delivers data such as ...
unremovable software5/30/2008
  Q: Its aol and a blackberry desktop manager program, how can I remove these 2 programs completely from ...
  A: aol unlimited & free installs with other software such as netscape and old realplayer version and ...
unremovable software5/30/2008
  Q: Its aol and a blackberry desktop manager program, how can I remove these 2 programs completely from ...
  A: For blackberry follow the step in this website ...
reformat & reinstall winXP5/30/2008
  Q: I have a Dell Dimension 2400 computer that I purchased in August, 2004. It has gotten VERY slow in ...
  A: to setup your bios so you boot from cd-rom , bios version are too many i may not be able to know ...
XP HELP5/30/2008
  Q: Mr. Shawwa I am running Windows XP Home, SP2. The following problems occured after rebooting from ...
  A: i just want to make sure before we do anything , when you repaired Microsoft windows xp ...
Pls help change cpu name - system tab computer name doesnt work5/30/2008
  Q: I am trying to change my computer and user account name. I have seen many posts suggesting to ...
  A: even when you change the computer name or renaming the user name it self , it will not rename the ...
Restore5/29/2008
  Q: How can i restore my Xp operating system?
  A: There are two methods to restore your windows xp system "IF The System Exists" Method 1.Restore ...
computer problem5/29/2008
  Q: my computer was infected with a trojan and so i tried to get rid of it but it kept me from really ...
  A: you still have a lot of hope Trojan messed up with your windows registry so you need to fix at ...
WinXP Pro Task Manager5/29/2008
  Q: Saad. I had asked Lorry this question but he said it was outside of his expertise. Hopefully you ...
  A: then try doing that 1. Reboot in Safe Mode 2. then goto C:\Documents and Settings\All ...
logon logoff5/29/2008
  Q: my computr doesnt seem to log on, it show the background and then logs off, is there anywat you ...
  A: Helllo Narta; it is a malware the changed some values in windows registry so do not worry it is not ...
WinXP Pro Task Manager5/29/2008
  Q: Saad. I had asked Lorry this question but he said it was outside of his expertise. Hopefully you ...
  A: two things can cause this problem 1. protected storage serivce is not running 2. crypto services may ...
windows installer box and associated problem5/28/2008
  Q: prior to the installation since this I keep getting the following message unable "the feature you ...
  A: some office 2007 patches are lost because of the system restore , as system restore does not ...
xp5/28/2008
  Q: hope you can help. The problem i am having is this. I was getting error message for rundell. So i ...
  A: it is your vga adapter driver that is causing that try fixing it by doing the following.. ...
unable to log onto windows5/27/2008
  Q: just downloaded norton antivirus 2008..rebooted computer and now i try to log on using my password. ...
  A: i am sorry to say that i still can not understand the " when you hit a key or 2 more pop ups etc.. " ...
autoboot system5/27/2008
  Q: I am running Intel P4 system with 256MB memory and running windows XP pro SP3 loaded. I want to know ...
  A: you are totally right but , though it does not bring the computer from a complete shutdown , it ...
autoboot system5/27/2008
  Q: I am running Intel P4 system with 256MB memory and running windows XP pro SP3 loaded. I want to know ...
  A: windows xp is not going to let you turn on the computer ,you need to have the alarm option in BIOS ...
disk cleanup5/26/2008
  Q: I noticed on disk clup a category COMPRESSED OLD FILES and TEMP FILES. Can iI safely include those ...
  A: yes it is safe to remove these files , compressed old files are files that has not been used for ...
reformat & reinstall winXP5/26/2008
  Q: I have a Dell Dimension 2400 computer that I purchased in August, 2004. It has gotten VERY slow in ...
  A: take a look at these two websites , both include clean Windows XP step by step installation guide. ...
autocomplete5/26/2008
  Q: when i put cursor on an address in address bar and click on Del, the address can't be deleted. what ...
  A: i assume that you have internet explorer 7 so here is how to do it on IE7 open internet explorer , ...
Windows Notepad vs Wordpad5/25/2008
  Q: What's the difference between the two?
  A: notepad is a basic text editor best to be used for creating html documents or viewing html codes , ...
magnifier5/25/2008
  Q: running Vista home premium Each time I boot ,magnifier auto starts which is not required. Have tried ...
  A: do the following to stop magnifer from running on windows login Click on the Start button goto All ...
Adding "Open" File type5/23/2008
  Q: Windows XP lost the explore action associated with "file"? Control Panel >> Folder ...
  A: simply to fix the when you open a folder it goes to search/find , download this reg file and run it ...
CD with photos on it5/22/2008
  Q: I always burn my photos to CD's for safe keeping and just burned a few other ones the other night on ...
  A: Windows Vista does not have RUN in Start Menu by default, but you can easily access it by pressing ...
Windows XP5/22/2008
  Q: I have a virus on my computer. It only lets me log on for a second and then it logs me back off. It ...
  A: if it is a virus , then you can try a couple of think solve the problem with no need to re-install ...
restoring outlook Express files5/21/2008
  Q: My computer is crashed and i didn't took backup of my Outlook express.Now I took a copy of all >DBX ...
  A: first make a back copies of these dxb file on a cd or any other places other that ...
Newfolder.exe5/21/2008
  Q: In each of my Local disk an Folder called New folder is getting created automatically. If i Delete ...
  A: you can download process explorer to terminate lsaas.exe download it from ...
Newfolder.exe5/20/2008
  Q: In each of my Local disk an Folder called New folder is getting created automatically. If i Delete ...
  A: it is a virus that is infecting your computer and your anti virus is not detecting it all or the ...
Microphone5/18/2008
  Q: Microphone dosen't work......I have tried with different Head Sets ,recently i brought a webcam with ...
  A: it should work if you have installed the correct drive anyways open volume control going to options ...
hidden files5/17/2008
  Q: This is Supriya. I am unable to see my hidden files. I go to Tools-Folder Options-View-Hidden files ...
  A: Click Start Menu - > Run, type regedit then press Ok Navigate to the following registry key: ...
Totally Hide a folder in XP5/17/2008
  Q: I would like to know, How to totally hide a particular folder in XP ? As what it does in a program ...
  A: in a short way this is how it works.. hide folders programs intercepts file system operations and ...
Totally Hide a folder in XP5/17/2008
  Q: I would like to know, How to totally hide a particular folder in XP ? As what it does in a program ...
  A: you can do that within windows but it needs a lot of knowledge and a lot of work in an insecure ...
Loading yahoo website5/16/2008
  Q: I can browse different website, but yahoo is not loading in my computer. I have tried internet ...
  A: then try 1. cleaning your temporary files , goto www.ccleaner.com download ccleaner and run it to ...
switch from windows 2000 to xp5/15/2008
  Q: I have an old pc running windows 2000 and would like to know the approximate cost and advantages of ...
  A: first of all you need to know if your PC can run windows XP on it check these websites , they ...
Loading yahoo website5/15/2008
  Q: I can browse different website, but yahoo is not loading in my computer. I have tried internet ...
  A: are you using a filtered internet access , like are you trying to do that at work or it is on your ...
AVG 7.55/13/2008
  Q: I have this free program right now, but 31 of May it will not be free anymore. Is this true, and ...
  A: it is still free but they are ending avg 7.5 updates on 31 may , users of avg 7.5 must upgrade to ...
log on5/12/2008
  Q: -on my windows XP home ed, how do I stop the ''log on to windows'' window (user name, owner, pw, ...
  A: you have to ways to do that 1.easy way is to use this tool Autologon for Windows v2.10 ...
AC adapter for Compaq nx 73005/10/2008
  Q: AC adaptor of my laptop, HP Compaq nx 7300 does not work. I tried to substitute it with a general ...
  A: goto to that category http://allexperts.com/el/3627-9/Understanding-Computers/ hope you will have an ...
AC adapter for Compaq nx 73005/9/2008
  Q: AC adaptor of my laptop, HP Compaq nx 7300 does not work. I tried to substitute it with a general ...
  A: i am not really familiar with electricity and voltage issues , and im not also sure if you can ...
taskbar5/5/2008
  Q: when you minimize any program, it disappears and doesn't show on the taskbar. The Windows XP turns ...
  A: to fix your taskbar download this file and run it ...
taskbar5/5/2008
  Q: when you minimize any program, it disappears and doesn't show on the taskbar. The Windows XP turns ...
  A: to fix your taskbar download this file and run it ...
asia languages install5/2/2008
  Q: Hey, I am in america and speak korean. I want my computer to be able to read and write in korean. I ...
  A: you need the windows xp service pack 2 to complete adding the languages it copies language files ...
East Asia Languages install5/2/2008
  Q: Hey, I am in america and speak korean. I want my computer to be able to read and write in korean. I ...
  A: you need the windows xp service pack 2 to complete adding the languages it copies language files ...
Microphone4/29/2008
  Q: I bought a pc mic, went through all sorts of troubleshooting and finally was able to hear back what ...
  A: open start menu - > all program - > Accessories - > entertainment - > volume control. at volume ...
Scanner - Umax Astra 34504/28/2008
  Q: I have an old Astra 3450 that I am using to scan some pictures. I am using Windows 2000. I have set ...
  A: it seems like your scanned JPEG images are huge in size , you need to compress them so you can mail ...
windows installer box and associated problem4/28/2008
  Q: prior to the installation since this I keep getting the following message unable "the feature you ...
  A: office is trying to locate a cabinet file from its installation source or setup cache to complete ...
Windows Explorer Issue4/25/2008
  Q: I'm working with Windows/XP Pro SP2. I wanted to change the settings for Windows Explorer viewing ...
  A: download this file http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/regs_edits/viewfolderrestore.reg run it and ...
Windows XP Boot Up Issues4/24/2008
  Q: I think I have a trojan...I have scanned with reg mechanic and it says it repaired everything but... ...
  A: your system is not fully cleaned from the Trojan , you need to clean it out again. first download ...
XP Boot Up Issues4/24/2008
  Q: I think I have a trojan...I have scanned with reg mechanic and it says it repaired everything but... ...
  A: your system is not fully cleaned from the Trojan , you need to clean it out again. first download ...
ie4/22/2008
  Q: i have ie7 when i click on the ie to go online it makes up to 10 ie shortcuts on my screen. how ...
  A: it could be a spyware causing that , file association error , a registry error try these .. 1.you ...
Microsoft Fax4/22/2008
  Q: I've tried to read up about how to use Microsoft Fax but I'm finding it confusing when they talk ...
  A: read "Faxing in Windows XP" ...
Microsoft Fax4/22/2008
  Q: I've tried to read up about how to use Microsoft Fax but I'm finding it confusing when they talk ...
  A: read "Faxing in Windows XP" ...
USB?4/6/2008
  Q: An acquaintance has a five-year old XP computer with a relatively new HP monochrome printer. While ...
  A: its not the cable its both ends printer device and usb recognition device on the computer. The USB ...
disk clean up problem4/5/2008
  Q: may i ask u a question regarding disk clean up . when i want to clean up the drive c (system) of my ...
  A: disk cleanup takes along along time , to make it run faster alittle bit , disable your anti virus ...
I dont know what is happening to my computer4/5/2008
  Q: I don’t know what is wrong with my computer. I could not install Internet explorer 7 on my windows ...
  A: it look like your system is totally messed up. and IE7.0 corrupted installation is the problem this ...
converted to NTFS4/3/2008
  Q: I recently converted both C and D partitions from fat 32 to NTFS and now my computer is unable to do ...
  A: do the following empty temporary internet explorer files. and then open internet explorer , then ...
Better Antivirous for 2003 server4/2/2008
  Q: kindly show me a software which will be better for 2003 serverpack.
  A: you can use one of these for server protection ESET NOD32 , www.eset.com Sophos Antivirus , ...
Problem4/1/2008
  Q: hey saad,,,i bought a panasonic dvd camcorder and i already used it recording videos but i cant ...
  A: you still need the manufacturer software to grab the data from your cam corder. soo use one these ...
computter fundamental3/30/2008
  Q: (1)What are the internal asks or activities involved during booting of the computer? (2)Function ...
  A: 1-Fucntion of the operating system read the article below. ...
Printing from Adobe Acrobat 8.03/24/2008
  Q: Why would 11"x17" pages from a PDF print upside down? I am running off of Windows Vista. Only the ...
  A: i guess you need to go to printer setup and create a custom profile , whenever you want to print a ...
WordPad3/23/2008
  Q: I recently purchased a new PC with Vista (32-bits). My problem is that I can't open and read some ...
  A: this is what you have to do Adding Arabic language support To add the Arabic language support in ...
Screensaver3/14/2008
  Q: I set it to start after 6 min. But some time start and other time I have to do it over and over. Do ...
  A: the problem is not with the screen saver or the screen saver options , the problem is that there ...
Use laptop to record classes3/13/2008
  Q: This question is probably way too easy for you! I am looking for a program where I can turn my ...
  A: you can use this open source software for recording and digital editing ...
Defrag3/12/2008
  Q: I tried to do a defrag and my computer said it only had 7% free space and needed 15% to do the job. ...
  A: adding more memory will not help , because defragment needs physical space on the hard drive . so ...
portable hard drive problem3/7/2008
  Q: my son copied his coursework and photos from his laptop to the portable HDD reformatted his laptop ...
  A: you need to use a hard drive recovery tool , but it does not mean that you can get all the lost data ...
my internal hard drive3/6/2008
  Q: my internal hard drive will not let me install programs as it keeps on saying that i have not got ...
  A: are you logged in as the administrator? or at least do you have administration access? If you ...
XP-virus-'lxs'3/3/2008
  Q: Running Dimension E3100 w/ XP professional Yesterday a pop-up came up stating explorer had to shut ...
  A: its all because of angry ip scanner and a couple of more viruses did mess with your system. ...
Screen requests2/15/2008
  Q: AOL 10.0 was installed replacing 9.0now have 2 screens requesting the following: trayApp and ...
  A: aol settings are completely messy so do the following.. when you uninstall AOL, it keep some files ...
Virus on Windows XP2/12/2008
  Q: I got a virus on my dell laptop. I tried to run a virus scan to remove it but it is not working. I ...
  A: yes this is the system restore management , it will restore your computer to the last good known ...
infected system322/9/2008
  Q: my system32 is infected with a trojan mdelk.exe how can i remove it.Cant use or install any anti ...
  A: update your anti virus software signatures and run a complete scan on your computer. if your anti ...
Windows XP could not start2/8/2008
  Q: I have a Sony computer with Windows XP. It had problem with motherboard before and had new one ...
  A: this sounds like your boot files are corrupted do the following and see what happens boot from the ...
XP SP2 will not install2/7/2008
  Q: I had XP2 Home Editon installed on my laptop and about 2 months ago, I had got a massive ...
  A: ok then try this , this must work it may look hard to do but follow it Ok now i know that more ...
XP SP2 will not install2/5/2008
  Q: I had XP2 Home Editon installed on my laptop and about 2 months ago, I had got a massive ...
  A: its all because the admin account registry is corrupted , try this to reset your operating system ...
Nero Express1/26/2008
  Q: I have a problem with the nero. The CD is working properly, but the DVD is not, i.e. I can copy ...
  A: you need to check if your burning device supports writing on dvds goto start menu -> all programs ...
c:windows/system3212/22/2007
  Q: cant access windows/system32...it is disallowed how can i access it.. ANSWER: Hello Cloud; by ...
  A: restart your computer , and keep pressing f8 , choose safe mode with command promt , you will get ...
Cannot enter data into XP fields12/20/2007
  Q: Hi Jesse, I have a PC running XP Home. Of recent I have been unable to click into a login field (ie ...
  A: if you have administrative privilege , then do that , goto start menu -> run , type "sfc /scannow" ...
c:windows/system3212/19/2007
  Q: cant access windows/system32...it is disallowed how can i access it..
  A: by default you can access c:\windows\system32 folder and sub folders. if you have the right ...
Starting new.12/18/2007
  Q: is there any way that i can change my computer back into the state it was when i first bought it? i ...
  A: there is no way to do that except if you had a system recovery cds from brand names that comes with ...
file from drive missing12/17/2007
  Q: few days back my windows file got corrupted . i formatted my OS drive & installed XP again but one ...
  A: did you check if those files are hidden ? goto control panel - folder options and goto View Tab , ...
uploading photos to a CD12/17/2007
  Q: I have Windows XP and for some reason I cannot upload photos to a CD. I know the basics of how to ...
  A: this could happen when some system file "cd burning system files" of windows xp are corrupted or ...
M12/14/2007
  Q: When trying to play using MS Media Player last version, I can not hear any sound. Looking at the ...
  A: i check those 3 websites , and i can play the music and listen to radio with no errors. try opening ...
M12/13/2007
  Q: When trying to play using MS Media Player last version, I can not hear any sound. Looking at the ...
  A: if you hear sounds of windows and you can play music with deferent media players and you can play ...
Improving pc performance12/13/2007
  Q: Critiquing pc performance Is there a website that for free will have you see the condition your pc ...
  A: check this website it has alot of online tools for system checking and internet speed and ...
M12/13/2007
  Q: When trying to play using MS Media Player last version, I can not hear any sound. Looking at the ...
  A: did you try using a deferent media player ? because if none of the media player works and plays ...
my windows xp is not starting up12/11/2007
  Q: When I turn on my computer this morning I got this message: We apologize for the inconvenience, but ...
  A: sometimes when windows repairs it self it gets stuck so what you have to do is... restart your ...
run option is not visible in start icon12/10/2007
  Q: i am using xp pro RUN icon is not visible in START
  A: right click on the "taskbar" and choose properties then press on "customize" going to the ...
HP N5250 AND XP12/9/2007
  Q: PLEASE HELP. THANKS IN ADVANCE RICK.
  A: if you are talking about upgrading to windows media player version 11 , you must have ageniune ...
How to remove trial office xp12/4/2007
  Q: I have removed the 60-day trial version of Microsoft Office XP (by going to control panel...). When ...
  A: just goto control panel / add remove and uninstall it. that will completely remove office xp trial ...
highlighting11/3/2007
  Q: So far no "expert" has been able to answer this query and I am getting discouraged. Using Windows ...
  A: sure its changes a combination of things , other wise you might need to play with windows XP shell ...
highlighting11/1/2007
  Q: So far no "expert" has been able to answer this query and I am getting discouraged. Using Windows ...
  A: its an easy thing to do , when you right click yout desktop , choose properties then goto appearance ...
maintainance wizard10/31/2007
  Q: I am having a problem with DISK CLEANUP in my Task Scheduler - it just will not run with the ...
  A: 1.Check the following data in the task's properties: Make sure the check box that turns on the task ...
cant boot10/31/2007
  Q: cant boot my pc, f8 does not respond when I turn the machine on, f12 (boot menu), cant scroll up or ...
  A: as you suggested , its better for you to handle the machine to someone who can help you right away , ...
cant boot10/30/2007
  Q: cant boot my pc, f8 does not respond when I turn the machine on, f12 (boot menu), cant scroll up or ...
  A: 1 .first you must check that it could be that your OS is damaged , the system boot files are deleted ...
reg. Computer Administrater10/24/2007
  Q: My computer administrator is not getting log off. I created another administrator account to delete ...
  A: pardon me , i did not understand you're question , what do you mean that your administrator is not ...
Windows Movie Maker10/23/2007
  Q: I have a Traveler camcorder and it record WMA videos but when I tried to upload the video the ...
  A: a couple of steps that may help you create your special Halloween film 1. are you uploading the ...

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