Im setting up a guest account on windows xp pro with service pack 2. Now i understand how to prevent anyone to run programs and how to deny access to the start menu..My question is how to deny downloading from the internet? What im basically doing is setting up a guest account for limited access. In the guest accound im setting up limited access to the run program, start menu, deleting files...Now my questions is how do i prevent someone from downloading from the net? ..
Hey there people, I just bought an external hard drive and i have some of my sensitive information stored on it. The hard drive is mine and all, but im PRETTY sure that i am not the main user on the computer and i want to deny access to the drive on other accounts. Is this possible?
I know I am not the only one to have this issue, but have not seen a real fix.When our lab users try to save or open Hotmail attachments (Doc, PDF, XLS) recieve the error "Internet Explorer cannot download 94ea from 64.4.61.250. Internet Explorer was not able to open this Internet site. The requested site is either unavailiable or cannot be found.
My windows automatic updates notifier wants me to download Service Pack 3. I have heard of problems arising from Service Pack 3 (I have XP). Should I ignore it or should I download it?
How do I get the dialoge box to not close automatically after a download is complete? I have to minimize my browser, and open my desktop folder called Downloads to click on the downloaded item.
Bought Win/XP on ebay, OEM version 2002, has COA. While long formatting process is going on I want to ask: Will SP2 download automatically once I have disc installed on my new HD and connect to internet? ebay seller said SP2 was included but package says nothing of the kind. Version 2002 on the manual tells me it was pre SP2. Somehow I took seller's statement to mean it was on the disc.
My computer will not download the new AVG 8.0. It slows right down and the program is corrupt. I am trying to do an on-line scan with Trend Micro HouseCall 6.5, and it is saying the my interent connection is SLOW.I need the new AVG 8.0 by May 31, the old one runns out.
I am behind the times, but have decided to install SP2.I had to flash my bios, thus my reason for putting it off.Puzzled as to where I go for the download.I have gone to Microsoft site where it gives the option to download, but all it does is scan my system for updates, no option to download. How can I get SP2?
I am having problems downloading any programs. Including my auto updates. I contacted my Internet service and they believe that this is a spy-ware problem. They ran me through different things to try and I still cannot download. Every time I try I get a pop up that states Microsoft has encountered a problem and needs to close. I was able to set up temp web page through my Internet service, but am unable to complete the process due top the fact that I cannot download.
I am trying to design and get a Website up and running. I am finding this confusing enough. Then Dreamweaver told me I ought to check to see if IIS (Internet Information Server) was installed, so I did (it wasn't - no C:/Inetpub). Then, again following directions, I went to Control Panel/ Add or Remove Programs/ Add or Remove Window Components to install IIS.
Not an option.So I went to www.microsoft.com/downloads and could find all sorts of ancillary helpers to IIS (Internet Information Services (IIS) 6.0 Resource Kit Tools, Internet Information Services (IIS) 6.0 Manager for Windows XP, Internet Information Services (IIS) Lockdown Tool 2.1) but noplace from which I could just download IIS 6.0.
i cant find my install CD for XP but i have my Key code saved, anyone have any ideas where i can find a DL for XP that i can make into a bootable install CD.
I have a friend w/dialup,yeah, I know, and it's taking FOREVER to do windows update. Is there a way I can download on my broadband computer to CD then install on her computer?
I am looking for a way to download Windows XP updates to a CD. The reason is I am working on my sister's computer which says she needs many updates, including Windows XP Service Pack 2. She uses dial up and one download can take hours. My computer is on cable hookup and downloads quickly. I would like to download the updates to a cd and transfer to her computer. However, going to the download sites requires it searching my system which doesn't match. I run Win98. Does anyone know how I can get these updates?
on Xp2, PC set to download automatic, but is unable to do so for the last 2/3 weeks. I have tried windows update site, 'custom' etc, it tries to update then says 'failed'Have Ad-Aware 2008 free installed.
I have brought new pc and its the first time I have used Windows xp I previously had Windows ME and I never downloaded Microsofts updates for ME after the first time I tried and I had to reinstall windows because of the problems it caused. Some people tell me not download the updates for XP and some tell me I should anyone got any sound advice.
XP Pro SP2, Intel 3.3 cpu, 1 gig ram. My automatic updating stopped working. I had it set to notify me of new updates, and I downloaded and installed what I wanted. Now I get no notifications. If I go to the Windows download site the option I select is download critical updates. This brings up a window telling me that my computer is being checked to see if all the needed files for downloading are on my machine. I am told that they are missing and that I can download and install them by clicking on the provided button. I then see messages saying that the download is progressing, and when I get to 100% a new message tells me that the files are being registered. So far so good. Unfortunately, I am returned to the window saying my computer must be checked, and we go around again. In my investigations to date, the only suggestion I found (in several places) is update my display driver. I have not yet done so because my screen presents no problems. Anybody out there have experience with something like this?
When I go to Wundows update http://update.microsoft.com/windowsupdate/v6/default.aspx?ln=en-us The Window Update dialogue opens saying "The updates are being downloaded and installed". Windows Update indicates 8 Critical Updates neet to be installed. I have tried both Express and Manual install. The Windows Update site has even rechcecked to make sure I am using an genuine Windows product.
I niticed in the Start menu there is also a Microsoft Update When I go to http://update.microsoft.com/windowsupdate/v6/default.aspx?ln=en-us. Although it appears to be the same URL all I get is a blank page and the IE window freezes and I have to End Task.The Windows Update dialogue opens saying "The updates are being downloaded and installed". Windows Update indicates 8 Critical Updates neet to be installed. I have tried both Express and Manual install. The Windows Update site has even rechcecked to make sure I am using an genuine Windows product.But nothing happens. The Installation status box stays blank and the download progress bar continually says "Preparing for download" After about 10 minutes the Installing Updates dialogue says "Updates were unable to be successfully installed". No error messages or codes received.
Meanwhile the Windows Connector icon in the Taskbar indicates no data being transfered except it occassionally flashes as though it is attempting to connect to the server.Currently updated AVG, S&D, Ewido, MS Antispyware, Registry Mechanic and Adawre indicate no problems. HJT does not seem to indicate any problems. Trying System Restore didn't help.Using XP Home, IE6 SP2.
I need a virtual desktop program since my desktop seems to get cluttered really easily. Would that be nice or is there anything else that could be better? I need something low on RAM that will supply at least 4 virtual desktops.
I get software from download.Com,(have been for years) recently the download starts but won'tn finish. In windows task manger it shows that it is running. I let it set there for quite awhile, nothing happened. Some times after I reboot it will work once, you never know. I have another hp all most the same as this one, hardware and software the same,it works ok
My school was recently given a number of nice computers from a business that was replacing them. However, they wiped the hard drive clean so the OS is gone. I have the serial numbers for the XP and thought I might be able to download or purchase a CD as a replacement for the original OS. Two questions - is it possible? and where do I find what I need?
I recently purchased XP Pro. And did all the updates online. My current version is SP3. I saw a very cool theme called XP Pro Black Edition. Here's an image. I have tried google.com to find it, but the only thing that shows up is pirated copies. I am running a legit XP and am confused on how to download this theme, or is the Black Edition a whole different version of XP that I have to buy?
For a while now, I haven't been able to download anything from microsoft.com. I'm running XP Pro, verified and all that, and I was trying to use IE 7 and even the latest firefox to download. No dice. I've had to go onto a friend's computer to download .net 2.0. I've even tried turning off my McAfee firewall briefly, but that still doesn't help. As usual, Microsoft's support has been useless. I'd greatly appreciate any help with this problem.
hi i have got windows xp pro service pack 2 ie 6.0 my problem is i cant download anything from the net or even mail attcahments ,i am not running any firwall or anti virus i tried several methods but cant help.i cant even watch online progarms via wmv or any other forms ,now i reinstaled my os but now mysound gard is not working i lost the cd with my motherboard os icant hear anything,my motherboard is asus a7v8 mx se x seriesis ther any way to fix my problem plz plz help me al efforts are appreciated,i cant downoad or run any thing so plz dont say to downoad or run when everitry to download it says internet explore cant donwload from the requested site,plz try agin ater i tried alot and this is my last effort plz help me
Downloaded a zip file I accidentally unchecked the always ask for this file type check box.A Now when I download a zip file it downloads in the background and then runs my win zip program. In Control Panel/Folder Options/File Types Tab: At the very bottom of the list should be ZIP file. A Click the advanced and place a check mark back on Confirm Open A After A Download.
I mistakenly allowed Windows Update to download SP2.I followed the advice in another thread to do Express Install and choose CANCEL after accepting the EULA. But, now how do I get rid of the constant reminder to install SP2? Is there a way of deleting this download?
