RE: Service Pack 2 trouble

From: Art (Art_at_discussions.microsoft.com)
Date: 09/13/04 

Date: Sun, 12 Sep 2004 19:47:05 -0700

Alex:

I uninstalled the SP2, reloaded Windows XP Professional, downloaded 16
updates, and then reinstalled SP2. When I restarted my computer I did not
turn on the automatic updates. Then, I went to the virus "shield" and told it
to "unblock" SO far it seems to be working.

Art

"alex" wrote:

> i have a similar problem as well. windows explorer barely
> works either. in fact, a lot of things don't work on my
> pc anymore ever since i tried to download the new service
> pack, and it seems like some of my folders have been
> corrupted. if you find any info regarding this or to help
> fix it, let me know
> >-----Original Message-----
> >I have downloaded SP2 onto my Compaq laptop from a cable
> modem and now my
> >messenger will not load and my internet connection is
> fubar. I have heard of
> >others having similar problem, but have not found a fix
> yet. Help!!
> >--
> >Sincerely,
> >
> >Art
> >.
> >
>

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