Re: Problem - two installations of windows XP
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> I recently had to reformat my computer (it corrupted the NTFS.sys dll
> and would not start windows). The computer would not boot off of my
> (new) Windows XP Pro Full installation CD, so I had to use my
> laptop's system disks (which had XP Home). Once the computer was
> reformated and stabilized on XP Home, I then proceded to install XP
> Pro. Installation completed without much problem, however now each
> time I boot up I am asked which OS I want to use: XP Pro or XP Home.
> How do I get rid of XP Home? I don't want to just mask it - I really
> want it to go away. It is making my computer sluggish and frankly,
> it worries me!! Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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