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Written by Tom
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I've tried several times to get Windows XP Service Pack 3 to install. Every time I do, it fails with an error message "access denied". Whaddya mean "access denied"? This is my computer isn't it? I'm the admin, aren't I? Well, it turns out that some software programs lock their registry keys, which the installer for SP3 politely observes. Personally, I think it should blow the locks off like a DEA agent, but that's me. Anyway, there's a fix for this on Microsoft's site here: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/949377 Here's a list of the things SP3 fixes: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/946480/ Recommended, but be advised, the script takes a long time to run. Go get coffee. No, wait, go get breakfast (and a paper). Walk the dog... |
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Last Updated ( Friday, 08 August 2008 12:42 )
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Written by Tom
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I'm the Certified Usability Analyst of the month for September 2007 at HFI: Check it out! |
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 06 August 2008 06:02 )
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Certified Usability Analyst |
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Written by Tom
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Hey! I'm now a Certified Usability Analyst. I'm listed in the CUA Directory at HFI: Check it out!
Thanks for visiting! 
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Last Updated ( Friday, 08 August 2008 10:31 )
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