RE: Media Center's Automatic Log-On!

Thanks Amar but this is not my problem.
Nick


"Amar" wrote:

> Nick,
>
> I don't know if this will alleviate your frustration, but there's a utility
> out there that allows you to change the time you want MCE to download the
> EPG. You may find it at http://www.avsoft.nl/Tools/guidedltime/default.htm.
>
> --
> Amar
> amarkota.com
>
> "Nick Demetriou" wrote:
>
> > Ref. Target/files:
> > 1. C:\Windows\ehome
> > 2. %SystemRoot%\ehome\eshell.exe
> >
> > It is not a big problem but it is the most annoying as well as unsafe in me
> > view. The media center program connects to the Internet automatically the
> > first time each day I boot up my PC. It stays connected for about ten minutes
> > and then it disconnects automatically. While connected, it shows absolutely
> > no indication as to what it is doing and/or where it is connected.
> >
> > When I point to the Media Center icon on the taskbar, it tells me that it is
> > downloading a list of program data. At this particular time, I neither want
> > nor have the need for this program data list. Besides, I don’t really
> > appreciate this intruding and unsafe arbitrary operation.
> >
> > I have spent hours to find an effective solution but thus far, I haven’t
> > been successful. Using Media Center’s setup utility and checking/upchucking
> > the appropriate squares not to dial automatically except only at my command
> > and only via my default connection, has not worked; the program keeps
> > ignoring my settings.
> >
> > Also, I have grown tired of fruitless interactions with “contractual”
> > technical support groups’ ineffectiveness. So, if anyone in this community
> > group knows how to stop this undesirable, insisting and intruding action, I
> > would appreciate the input.
> >
> > Thank you,
> >
> > Nick
> > -------------------------------------------------
> > Today is the day to remember those who have touched your life! Do it by
> > mail, by phone or by simply lighting a candle in their name. You will feel
> > much better after you do that.
> >
> >
.

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