I recently run into the issue with Windows "forgetting"
the view setting for my folders. I searched for hours the
internet on this and tried all the solution suggested
with no success.

I have created 2 volumes on 80GB HDD with XP
professional. The 1st volume of 20GB is for the O.S. and
the 2nd volume of remaining GB's dedicated to
applications and data. Upon original installation the

I have no problem downloading dingbat type fonts. However,
I am at a loss actually using them in my WORD programs,
etc. How do I incorporate new fonts into the long listing
of FONTS included in Windows XP?  If I import them to that

Help.  I am trying to find out how to disable certain
programs from running "in the background" after startup
which seems to be slowing my computers startup time down
dramatically.  Some of these programs include:

I am using Windows XP home.
There are two profiles on my computer. I am unable to make
the desktop icons appear on my profile but the other
profile I am able to make them appear.

How can I change names of systems to log in WinXp's boot??

Have automatic updates turned on

Is there any utilities/programs for Customize Common Task ?

I have noticed a few people who want to relocate their
Documents and Settings.  There was a net site that listed
how to do it, but I forgot to save that link.  But here is
a step by step process for those that are interested.

I used to be able to change my desktop wallpaper just like
any ordinary coputer, however, somewhere along the line I
am no longer able to do this.
Firstly the preview monitor in the disply properties on

Every time I boot my computer, the "taskbar search
assistant" appears. Even after right-clicking the taskbar
and unchecking the search assistant, it continues to
appear every time I boot the computer. IT'S VERY ANNOYING!

how can i change user icon to begin

I'm moving and losing access to Lynksys firewall router.
My computer is able to boot to either W2K or XP. XP has
built-in firewall, while W2K does not. I have to install a
software firewall to W2K (I assume?). I have a version of

My desktop icons has shadows around them and the font is
inclosed in a box. I have unchecked the "show shadows" and
I have gone to the system>advance>visual effects. Nothing
seems to be working for me. Could someone please help me

Previously when I installed Windows XP from Windows 98, I
was unable to use my HP Officejet T45 to scan.  Is there a
driver that can be downloaded to fix, or is the program
incompatible with that hardware?  Thank you.