Re: Can not read file \windows\system32\config\system

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remove_s wrote:

> Those problem as I understand it is down to a corruption in the registry.
> When I had the problem I had just installed a cable modem, which
> registered no problem. When I restarted sometime later I got the message
> you had on a black screen.
> I don't think it is a failing disk mine has been OK ever since which was
> around 2 years ago.

Thanks. I think I'll use it as an excuse to brush up my backup system
anyway.
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