RE: Unwanted icons on startup

From: Richard (anonymous_at_discussions.microsoft.com)
Date: 12/31/03 

Date: Tue, 30 Dec 2003 20:46:05 -0800

Please describe the icons that were appearing on your desktop. Were they shortcuts or actual applications? I might have a similar problem. Thanx. Richard

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