Re: All programs won't launch

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From: Will D (WillD_at_discussions.microsoft.com)
Date: 10/26/04 

Date: Mon, 25 Oct 2004 20:11:03 -0700

I tried these instructions. An empty "window" opened but there were no
instructions or even a cursor. Seems to be a step in the right direction
though. Any other suggestions?

Thanks.

Will

"Touch Base" wrote:

> Start the System Restore tool from a command prompt.
>
> 1.Restart your computer, and then press F8 during the initial startup to
> start your computer in Safe Mode then choose start computer in 'Safe Mode
> with a command prompt'
>
> 2.Log on to your computer with an administrator account or with an account
> that has administrator credentials.
>
> 3.Type the following command at a command prompt, and then press ENTER:
> %systemroot%\system32\restore\rstrui.exe
>
> 4.Follow the instructions that appear on the screen to restore your computer
> to an earlier state.
>
> http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?kbid=304449
> How to start the System Restore tool at a command prompt in Windows XP
>
>
>
> "Will D" <WillD@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> news:5544C82C-C3C8-4608-AA76-DD163A249D89@microsoft.com...
> >I managed to screw up my registry, it was backed up. Now when I turn on
> >the
> > PC the screen comes up normal until I log in. After I log in the desktop
> > icon are all generic and I cannot start any programs including the restore
> > program. The programs will not launch in safemode either.
> >
> > Does anyone have any ideas on how to restore the backup registry?
> >
> > Will D
>
>
>

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