Re: XP Pro - Erratic Start Up

Tech-Archive recommends: Fix windows errors by optimizing your registry

From: Skid Schermerhorn (sscherme_at_adelphia.net)
Date: 11/29/04 

Date: Mon, 29 Nov 2004 12:09:57 -0500

TNX Ted.
I always Backup before doing registry edits.
The "how to" for Run is a help.

Skid

Ted Zieglar wrote:
> Selective startup is intended for diagnostic purposes, not as a way to run
> your computer.
>
> If the programs were correctly uninstalled and left behind startup entries,
> you need to remove them from the registry manually.
>
> "A Definition of the Run Keys in the Windows XP Registry"
> http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;314866
>
> Be extremely careful when working in the registry; there is no 'undo'
> function. Create a backup point first, so you can easily restore your
> registry if problems occur.
>
> "Erratic startup" is an overly general term; you need to be more specific if
> you want specific advice.
>
> AOL Instant Messenger is the proprietary software of America Online. You'll
> need to contact AOL for help with AIM. Same thing with Norton Antivirus;
> you'll need to contact Symantec technical support.

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