I have noticed that when I view the c:\ drive properties, "Tools", the details for Microsoft Backup never seem to update. It always says that I backed up "One or more files 7xx days ago" even if I did a recent backup. The number of days always updates for scandisk and defrag, just not...

Hi, i am using a windows 98 machine and i have recently noticed that when i right click on the desktop, nothing happens. why is this? i checked in the relevant placed in the registry and everything is how it is meant to be. can anybody help? regards

I notice that there is a folder called "Recycled" in the root C Drive. It has a couple of dozen "DC" files in it. What is this folder for if there is already a recycle bin? What are DC files? Thanks, Sasha

I have a Rockwell HCF 56k modem and I am not getting a dial in sound. I tried MS problem solver # 195219 but does not work as my volume control box does not show a modem selection to click onto. Any suggestions?

I placed the Windows 98 dist in cd tray and restarted the PC, thinking this was the procedure to reinstall W98. The PC started up normal. I autoplayed the CD and got the add/remove option but did not see an option to reinstall the OS. Its been a long time since I worked with W98, please tell me...

I opted for the choice to "ignore" and everything seems to be ok, the message read about 6 sibling reports directed at the one folder "macromedia" and read similar to this........... The 'C:\WINDOWS\APPLIC~1\MACROM~1\FLASHP~1\MACROM~1.COM\SUPPOR T\FLASHP~1' folder cannot be opened in MS-DOS mode...

I bought a computer with no operating system and am buying a copy of win98se OEM version will this work in loading it on the computer as an operating system? thanks to anyone with advise.

After creating or opening a document, the name of the document appears in the Documents Menu. The contents of the Documents Menu may be cleared by going to Settings/Taskbar and Start Menu/Start Menu Programs and clicking on the Clear button. Is there a way to disable the Documents Menu so that the...

I have an unusual problem. I recently had to reload Win98. I started having shutdown/restart probs shortly thereafter. I pulled up msconfig and checked the startup tab, and noticed that there was only one entry for "LoadPowerProfile" . If I'm not mistaken, there should be two, and I think this may...

when i try to click on the ntl seach bar my mouse doesnt work so i cannot type in any letters ant ideas.

HELP! Everytime i go on the internet a error message appears. My LSA SHell has encounter problems and will be shut down. I dont understand any of it. it has to do something with system 32 and isass.exe. I really need help on how to fix this. I need the internet. please someone can email me...

I am try to format but when enter format it tell me required parameter missing what is the parameter for formatting. My mind has gone black Help..Thanks

When i try to run the msinfo32 program from windows ME.I got the below error: Application start error Could not found the .dll file - MFC42U.Dll I have found that file is miss on my hard drive.Therefore,i would like to know fix this problem.Thanks!

I would like to upgrade my OS from 98 to 98SE. I have been told to get a disk that used to be available form Microsoft to do just that, but it is no longer available from them. If I am able to locate such a disk, can someone give me an idea what the pitfalls might be if I go ahead and do the...

When I attempt to shut down Windows 98, the program gets to the last step. Then instead of actually shutting down, Windows starts up again as if I had the restart button selected instead of the shut down button. Any suggestions / tips to try?

I have windows 98 with a seagate software backup.I follow the directions of the backup wizard. But I get a error message,"Please specify the new path to the file"? What does these mean? I am trying to use my e drive so I can use c/d Thank Matt

Doug: DM I'm attempting to transfer some files from one PC to another one. DM DM I tried a LapLink cable and connected the LPT1 ports and set up the softwar DM in Accessories/Communications,, etc. DM The "Guest" computer gave me an error message that the LPT1 port was not DM connected. DM

I obtained a signature which shows a pen writing my name but unfortunately I didn't save the site. Does anyone know the address of this site? Blair

If I *upgrade* from 98se to Windows 2000 instead of doing a format and full install with 2000 will I lose all programs I have installed all my 98 PC? What am I going to lose with a upgrade? TIA Mike

Hi good morning. I have a Compaq presario laptop Win 98 SE. I have Norton AV 2004 installed. When my computer starts after Compaq logo appears i got this message: Can not find file 'SERVICES.EXE' (or one of its components). Make sure the path and file name are correct and the all libraries are...