This sounds like a file ownership issue related to NTFS. Note, file ownership and permissions supersede administrator rights. How you resolve it depends upon which version of XP you are...

Please go to the following link, scroll the list to networking_web, select it and try your question there: http://communities.microsoft.com/newsgroups/default.asp -- Michael Solomon MS-MVP Windows...

Try using System Restore to take you back to a time prior to when this began. Start\All Programs\Accessories\System Tools\System Restore. -- Michael Solomon MS-MVP Windows Shell/User Backup is a PC...

Sounds as though you have the Blaster Worm: For a quick, small removal tool for W32.Blaster.Worm,...

I did get rid of it. I downloaded a Virus checker called "Stinger"(it's free) and it tracks down a whole great big list of worms and viruses. Won't hurt to run it, better safe than sorry. It worked...

Call your ISP tech support explain the problem and have them talk you through setup and troubleshoot this for you. -- Michael Solomon MS-MVP Windows Shell/User Backup is a PC User's Best...

The first place to start is with your ISP. Check with your service provider for the newsgroup server and setup instructions for the server they offer with their service. -- Michael Solomon...

Hi, I'm currently running on Windows XP. When I type the command "ipconfig /all" at the command prompt, instead of showing my IP as "IP Address xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx" it shows "Autoconfiguration IP...

When you don't reply in the same thread or include the post to which you are referring in your own post, we have no way of knowing to whom it is you are referring when you say you are having the same...

Try using System Restore to take you back to a time prior to when the problem started. Start\All Programs\Accessories\System Tools\System Restore. -- Michael Solomon MS-MVP Windows...

Take Ownership: http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=308421 -- Jupiter Jones An easier way to read newsgroup...

On Sun, 28 Sep 2003 07:06:47 -0700, Alan wrote: I don't think Lovsan creates VBS files but there are other viruses and worms that are capable of that. May want to scan the system closely for other...

On Sun, 28 Sep 2003 13:07:35 -0400, Ann wrote: Ann, I take it you want the music to play when the email is opened? There is a way to do this nicely but with some limitations. I don't know...

On Sun, 28 Sep 2003 19:21:44 -0700, Lora-Ly wrote: Many possible causes for this situation. For example, I have one program that if it is allowed to run at startup will produce the same results....

On Mon, 29 Sep 2003 08:40:48 -0700, Oscar wrote: If the beep is coming from the tower instead of being produced by the operating system, the keyboard (or the port it plugs into) may be...

If this is a relatively recent issue, you might try using System Restore to take you back to a time when this worked properly. If that doesn't resolve it, try the information below. The following...

Try a repair install as follows: Assuming you have an actual XP CD as opposed to a recovery CD, try a Repair install as follows: NOTE, while a repair install should leave your data files intact,...

"Russell" <russ_carpe@techemail.com> wrote in message news:03f701c38390$fe7a8f00$a401280a@phx.gbl...

Diane; If you can not get to the menu to choose Safe Mode or Last Known Good Configuration, you need to perform a Repair Installation. Repair...

For advice specific to problems with secure sites, have a look at the first link - for general advice, have a look at the...