Re: Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2)

From: Rock (rock_at_comcast.nospam.net)
Date: 10/05/04


Date: Mon, 04 Oct 2004 22:16:23 -0700

Marie wrote:

> After recently downloading Windows XP Service Pack 2
> (SP2), some programs just don't work. I can't go on the
> internet or any instant messenger programs (even though i
> turned off the firewall.. OFF!) I also can't open up my
> control panel or my computer. I can't even "restore to a
> previous date." None of these programs open up when i
> double click on them!
> I don't know what to do. Could someone please please,
> pretty please help me fix the problem!!!! :)
>
> Thank you so much!

How to remove Windows XP Service Pack 2 from your computer
http://support.microsoft.com/?id=875350

Installing Service Packs
http://www3.telus.net/dandemar/xpsp2.htm
http://www3.telus.net/dandemar/spackins.htm

Pre-Install, Install, Cleaning Up Afterwards
http://forum.aumha.org/viewforum.php?f=45

What to Know Before You Download and Install Windows XP Service Pack 2
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/sp2/sp2_whattoknow.mspx

Get the Latest Updates and Information from Your PC Manufacturer Before
Installing Windows XP Service Pack 2
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/sp2/oemlinks.mspx

The hard disk space requirements for Windows XP Service Pack 2
http://support.microsoft.com/?id=837783

Free Technical Support for SP2
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=fh;en-us;Prodoffer80&sd=GN



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