Re: hal.dll corrupt.

Sorry, they CANNOT do that. Illegal.
"John John" <audetweld@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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Of course Microsoft can dictate that real cd's be included with the sale
of new computers. They now dictate that the manufacturers must include a
method of reinstalling Windows, all they need to do is tell the
manufacturers that they must ship a real Windows cd with the computer.

John

Unknown wrote:

Why blame Microsoft? How about the manufacturers? Get the facts of each
case first. Example: One manufacturer provides instructions on recoveries
and gives instructions on creating recovery CD's.
It is not Microsoft's responsibility nor do they have authority to
dictate the shipment of the CD's.
"John John" <audetweld@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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Without the XP setup CD it is next to impossible to properly maintain a
Windows installation. That Microsoft permits manufacturers to ship
Windows computers without this essential CD speaks volumes of what
Microsoft thinks of its customers, not much!

You should be able to carry out Malke's instruction by using the setup
floppy boot disks.

How to obtain Windows XP Setup boot disks
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/310994/

Somehow I think that I already know what your next post is going to be...

John

chawdretto wrote:


cheers for the help again, but my comp didnt come with any windows xp cd
when i bought it. it was already installed on it...is this a problem or
should it have the cd?



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