2 quickies re: fire walls and quick launch

[Guest]

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Just got first computer with XP.

1. Is the "built-in" firewall that comes with XP active? If so how do you
de-activate it? I'd like to run Zone Alarm instead. My new computer, an
HP, came with Norton firewall but I'm not going to activate it (gotta start
paying for updates in 60 days) but isn't there also one inherent to XP?

2. I made a short cut to Windows Explorer and put it on my desktop. I am
trying to drag it to the "quick launch" area of the task bar and it won't
let me do it. The taskbar is "unlocked." What's the trick?

Thanks,

Chet

 

[Jax]

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Hey CGB,

No2 first. Did you try R-click drag and select "move here". It works for me.

Now, XP's ICF is not activated by default. You can go to Help and Support
and type "firewall". It will tell you how to enable or disable the firewall.
Personally, I don't care for anything from Norton.

HTH, JAX

"CGB" <nospam@nospam.net> wrote in message
news:OmLZ8Y8aEHA.4048@TK2MSFTNGP10.phx.gbl...
> Just got first computer with XP.
>
> 1. Is the "built-in" firewall that comes with XP active? If so how do
you
> de-activate it? I'd like to run Zone Alarm instead. My new computer, an
> HP, came with Norton firewall but I'm not going to activate it (gotta
start
> paying for updates in 60 days) but isn't there also one inherent to XP?
>
> 2. I made a short cut to Windows Explorer and put it on my desktop. I am
> trying to drag it to the "quick launch" area of the task bar and it won't
> let me do it. The taskbar is "unlocked." What's the trick?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Chet
>
>

 

[Guest]

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Thanks. Right you are on copying the shortcut to the quick launch area. I
didn't know about the RIGHT click to drag.

In the process, however, I think I may have lost an icon for "My Computer"
on the desktop. Blank space on the desk top and I think My Computer used to
reside there. Is this supposed to be there and how do I get it back?

Thanks for the quick reply.

Chet

"JAX" <slipslide@pop.not> wrote in message
news:eF7Zdo8aEHA.1356@TK2MSFTNGP09.phx.gbl...
> Hey CGB,
>
> No2 first. Did you try R-click drag and select "move here". It works for
me.
>
> Now, XP's ICF is not activated by default. You can go to Help and Support
> and type "firewall". It will tell you how to enable or disable the
firewall.
> Personally, I don't care for anything from Norton.
>
> HTH, JAX
>
> "CGB" <nospam@nospam.net> wrote in message
> news:OmLZ8Y8aEHA.4048@TK2MSFTNGP10.phx.gbl...
> > Just got first computer with XP.
> >
> > 1. Is the "built-in" firewall that comes with XP active? If so how do
> you
> > de-activate it? I'd like to run Zone Alarm instead. My new computer,
an
> > HP, came with Norton firewall but I'm not going to activate it (gotta
> start
> > paying for updates in 60 days) but isn't there also one inherent to XP?
> >
> > 2. I made a short cut to Windows Explorer and put it on my desktop. I
am
> > trying to drag it to the "quick launch" area of the task bar and it
won't
> > let me do it. The taskbar is "unlocked." What's the trick?
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Chet
> >
> >
>
>

 

[Jax]

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Hi again,

See if the following link helps.
http://www.jsiinc.com/SUBM/tip6400/rh6407.htm

LOL, JAX

"CGB" <nospam@nospam.net> wrote in message
news:OLTNDSAbEHA.1656@TK2MSFTNGP09.phx.gbl...
> Thanks. Right you are on copying the shortcut to the quick launch area.
I
> didn't know about the RIGHT click to drag.
>
> In the process, however, I think I may have lost an icon for "My Computer"
> on the desktop. Blank space on the desk top and I think My Computer used
to
> reside there. Is this supposed to be there and how do I get it back?
>
> Thanks for the quick reply.
>
> Chet
>
> "JAX" <slipslide@pop.not> wrote in message
> news:eF7Zdo8aEHA.1356@TK2MSFTNGP09.phx.gbl...
> > Hey CGB,
> >
> > No2 first. Did you try R-click drag and select "move here". It works for
> me.
> >
> > Now, XP's ICF is not activated by default. You can go to Help and
Support
> > and type "firewall". It will tell you how to enable or disable the
> firewall.
> > Personally, I don't care for anything from Norton.
> >
> > HTH, JAX
> >
> > "CGB" <nospam@nospam.net> wrote in message
> > news:OmLZ8Y8aEHA.4048@TK2MSFTNGP10.phx.gbl...
> > > Just got first computer with XP.
> > >
> > > 1. Is the "built-in" firewall that comes with XP active? If so how
do
> > you
> > > de-activate it? I'd like to run Zone Alarm instead. My new computer,
> an
> > > HP, came with Norton firewall but I'm not going to activate it (gotta
> > start
> > > paying for updates in 60 days) but isn't there also one inherent to
XP?
> > >
> > > 2. I made a short cut to Windows Explorer and put it on my desktop.
I
> am
> > > trying to drag it to the "quick launch" area of the task bar and it
> won't
> > > let me do it. The taskbar is "unlocked." What's the trick?
> > >
> > > Thanks,
> > >
> > > Chet
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
>
>

 

[Guest]

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Right click Desktop | Properties | Desktop tab |
Customize Desktop button | Check: ? My Computer |
OK | Apply | OK


--
Hope this helps. Let us know.
Wes

In news:OLTNDSAbEHA.1656@TK2MSFTNGP09.phx.gbl,
CGB <nospam@nospam.net> hunted and pecked:
> Thanks. Right you are on copying the shortcut to the quick launch
> area. I didn't know about the RIGHT click to drag.
>
> In the process, however, I think I may have lost an icon for "My
> Computer" on the desktop. Blank space on the desk top and I think My
> Computer used to reside there. Is this supposed to be there and how
> do I get it back?
>
> Thanks for the quick reply.
>
> Chet
>
> "JAX" <slipslide@pop.not> wrote in message
> news:eF7Zdo8aEHA.1356@TK2MSFTNGP09.phx.gbl...
>> Hey CGB,
>>
>> No2 first. Did you try R-click drag and select "move here". It works
>> for me.
>>
>> Now, XP's ICF is not activated by default. You can go to Help and
>> Support and type "firewall". It will tell you how to enable or
>> disable the firewall. Personally, I don't care for anything from
>> Norton.
>>
>> HTH, JAX
>>
>> "CGB" <nospam@nospam.net> wrote in message
>> news:OmLZ8Y8aEHA.4048@TK2MSFTNGP10.phx.gbl...
>>> Just got first computer with XP.
>>>
>>> 1. Is the "built-in" firewall that comes with XP active? If so
>>> how do you de-activate it? I'd like to run Zone Alarm instead. My
>>> new computer, an HP, came with Norton firewall but I'm not going to
>>> activate it (gotta start paying for updates in 60 days) but isn't
>>> there also one inherent to XP?
>>>
>>> 2. I made a short cut to Windows Explorer and put it on my
>>> desktop. I am trying to drag it to the "quick launch" area of the
>>> task bar and it won't let me do it. The taskbar is "unlocked."
>>> What's the trick?
>>>
>>> Thanks,
>>>
>>> Chet

 

[Guest]

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Right you are, Jax and Wes. That article and the descripton given by Wes
fixed it easily.

Many thanks. You may see a few more stupid questions from me now that I'm
just getting started on XP.

Chat

"Wesley Vogel" <123WVogel955@comcast.net> wrote in message
news:qvcKc.114205$Oq2.72485@attbi_s52...
> Right click Desktop | Properties | Desktop tab |
> Customize Desktop button | Check: ? My Computer |
> OK | Apply | OK
>
>
> --
> Hope this helps. Let us know.
> Wes
>
> In news:OLTNDSAbEHA.1656@TK2MSFTNGP09.phx.gbl,
> CGB <nospam@nospam.net> hunted and pecked:
> > Thanks. Right you are on copying the shortcut to the quick launch
> > area. I didn't know about the RIGHT click to drag.
> >
> > In the process, however, I think I may have lost an icon for "My
> > Computer" on the desktop. Blank space on the desk top and I think My
> > Computer used to reside there. Is this supposed to be there and how
> > do I get it back?
> >
> > Thanks for the quick reply.
> >
> > Chet
> >
> > "JAX" <slipslide@pop.not> wrote in message
> > news:eF7Zdo8aEHA.1356@TK2MSFTNGP09.phx.gbl...
> >> Hey CGB,
> >>
> >> No2 first. Did you try R-click drag and select "move here". It works
> >> for me.
> >>
> >> Now, XP's ICF is not activated by default. You can go to Help and
> >> Support and type "firewall". It will tell you how to enable or
> >> disable the firewall. Personally, I don't care for anything from
> >> Norton.
> >>
> >> HTH, JAX
> >>
> >> "CGB" <nospam@nospam.net> wrote in message
> >> news:OmLZ8Y8aEHA.4048@TK2MSFTNGP10.phx.gbl...
> >>> Just got first computer with XP.
> >>>
> >>> 1. Is the "built-in" firewall that comes with XP active? If so
> >>> how do you de-activate it? I'd like to run Zone Alarm instead. My
> >>> new computer, an HP, came with Norton firewall but I'm not going to
> >>> activate it (gotta start paying for updates in 60 days) but isn't
> >>> there also one inherent to XP?
> >>>
> >>> 2. I made a short cut to Windows Explorer and put it on my
> >>> desktop. I am trying to drag it to the "quick launch" area of the
> >>> task bar and it won't let me do it. The taskbar is "unlocked."
> >>> What's the trick?
> >>>
> >>> Thanks,
> >>>
> >>> Chet
>

 

[Jax]

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I'm glad you got it sorted, JAX

"CGB" <nospam@nospam.net> wrote in message
news:%2310%23bUDbEHA.1644@tk2msftngp13.phx.gbl...
> Right you are, Jax and Wes. That article and the descripton given by Wes
> fixed it easily.
>
> Many thanks. You may see a few more stupid questions from me now that I'm
> just getting started on XP.
>
> Chat
>
> "Wesley Vogel" <123WVogel955@comcast.net> wrote in message
> news:qvcKc.114205$Oq2.72485@attbi_s52...
> > Right click Desktop | Properties | Desktop tab |
> > Customize Desktop button | Check: ? My Computer |
> > OK | Apply | OK
> >
> >
> > --
> > Hope this helps. Let us know.
> > Wes
> >
> > In news:OLTNDSAbEHA.1656@TK2MSFTNGP09.phx.gbl,
> > CGB <nospam@nospam.net> hunted and pecked:
> > > Thanks. Right you are on copying the shortcut to the quick launch
> > > area. I didn't know about the RIGHT click to drag.
> > >
> > > In the process, however, I think I may have lost an icon for "My
> > > Computer" on the desktop. Blank space on the desk top and I think My
> > > Computer used to reside there. Is this supposed to be there and how
> > > do I get it back?
> > >
> > > Thanks for the quick reply.
> > >
> > > Chet
> > >
> > > "JAX" <slipslide@pop.not> wrote in message
> > > news:eF7Zdo8aEHA.1356@TK2MSFTNGP09.phx.gbl...
> > >> Hey CGB,
> > >>
> > >> No2 first. Did you try R-click drag and select "move here". It works
> > >> for me.
> > >>
> > >> Now, XP's ICF is not activated by default. You can go to Help and
> > >> Support and type "firewall". It will tell you how to enable or
> > >> disable the firewall. Personally, I don't care for anything from
> > >> Norton.
> > >>
> > >> HTH, JAX
> > >>
> > >> "CGB" <nospam@nospam.net> wrote in message
> > >> news:OmLZ8Y8aEHA.4048@TK2MSFTNGP10.phx.gbl...
> > >>> Just got first computer with XP.
> > >>>
> > >>> 1. Is the "built-in" firewall that comes with XP active? If so
> > >>> how do you de-activate it? I'd like to run Zone Alarm instead. My
> > >>> new computer, an HP, came with Norton firewall but I'm not going to
> > >>> activate it (gotta start paying for updates in 60 days) but isn't
> > >>> there also one inherent to XP?
> > >>>
> > >>> 2. I made a short cut to Windows Explorer and put it on my
> > >>> desktop. I am trying to drag it to the "quick launch" area of the
> > >>> task bar and it won't let me do it. The taskbar is "unlocked."
> > >>> What's the trick?
> > >>>
> > >>> Thanks,
> > >>>
> > >>> Chet
> >
>
>

 

[Guest]

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I posted questions re; XP compatibility with my scanner. Do you want to
take a stab at that? Look at microsoft.public.windowsxp.hardware for a
couple of posts today from CGB.

I'm having fun with the new OS but if I can't get my scanner and scanner
software to run, I may have to forget it. I can't afford to buy new
scanner/software when it has been working fine on Windows 98.

Chet

"CGB" <nospam@nospam.net> wrote in message
news:OmLZ8Y8aEHA.4048@TK2MSFTNGP10.phx.gbl...
> Just got first computer with XP.
>
> 1. Is the "built-in" firewall that comes with XP active? If so how do
you
> de-activate it? I'd like to run Zone Alarm instead. My new computer, an
> HP, came with Norton firewall but I'm not going to activate it (gotta
start
> paying for updates in 60 days) but isn't there also one inherent to XP?
>
> 2. I made a short cut to Windows Explorer and put it on my desktop. I am
> trying to drag it to the "quick launch" area of the task bar and it won't
> let me do it. The taskbar is "unlocked." What's the trick?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Chet
>
>

 

[Guest]

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They aren't stupid questions if you don't know the answers.

--
Hope this helps. Let us know.
Wes

In news:%2310%23bUDbEHA.1644@tk2msftngp13.phx.gbl,
CGB <nospam@nospam.net> hunted and pecked:
> Right you are, Jax and Wes. That article and the descripton given by
> Wes fixed it easily.
>
> Many thanks. You may see a few more stupid questions from me now
> that I'm just getting started on XP.
>
> Chat
>
> "Wesley Vogel" <123WVogel955@comcast.net> wrote in message
> news:qvcKc.114205$Oq2.72485@attbi_s52...
>> Right click Desktop | Properties | Desktop tab |
>> Customize Desktop button | Check: ? My Computer |
>> OK | Apply | OK
>>
>>
>> --
>> Hope this helps. Let us know.
>> Wes
>>
>> In news:OLTNDSAbEHA.1656@TK2MSFTNGP09.phx.gbl,
>> CGB <nospam@nospam.net> hunted and pecked:
>>> Thanks. Right you are on copying the shortcut to the quick launch
>>> area. I didn't know about the RIGHT click to drag.
>>>
>>> In the process, however, I think I may have lost an icon for "My
>>> Computer" on the desktop. Blank space on the desk top and I think
>>> My Computer used to reside there. Is this supposed to be there and
>>> how do I get it back?
>>>
>>> Thanks for the quick reply.
>>>
>>> Chet
>>>
>>> "JAX" <slipslide@pop.not> wrote in message
>>> news:eF7Zdo8aEHA.1356@TK2MSFTNGP09.phx.gbl...
>>>> Hey CGB,
>>>>
>>>> No2 first. Did you try R-click drag and select "move here". It
>>>> works for me.
>>>>
>>>> Now, XP's ICF is not activated by default. You can go to Help and
>>>> Support and type "firewall". It will tell you how to enable or
>>>> disable the firewall. Personally, I don't care for anything from
>>>> Norton.
>>>>
>>>> HTH, JAX
>>>>
>>>> "CGB" <nospam@nospam.net> wrote in message
>>>> news:OmLZ8Y8aEHA.4048@TK2MSFTNGP10.phx.gbl...
>>>>> Just got first computer with XP.
>>>>>
>>>>> 1. Is the "built-in" firewall that comes with XP active? If so
>>>>> how do you de-activate it? I'd like to run Zone Alarm instead.
>>>>> My new computer, an HP, came with Norton firewall but I'm not
>>>>> going to activate it (gotta start paying for updates in 60 days)
>>>>> but isn't there also one inherent to XP?
>>>>>
>>>>> 2. I made a short cut to Windows Explorer and put it on my
>>>>> desktop. I am trying to drag it to the "quick launch" area of the
>>>>> task bar and it won't let me do it. The taskbar is "unlocked."
>>>>> What's the trick?
>>>>>
>>>>> Thanks,
>>>>>
>>>>> Chet

 

[Guest]

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Well, I got it fixed. VERY arcane, obscure fix that I found searching
around the net. HP does not have drivers. Someone, somehow came up with
the idea of installing the software for Windows 2000 and running an
"upgrade" from an XP page. I put it all together and fired it up. The
"direct copy" portion worked (i.e. like a Xerox copy to a printer) but the
scan to files/pix, etc. didn't work. I associated the button on the scanner
with Windows scan/fax program and it works just fine (also made a shortcut
to this software for the desktop and all is well although only using "half"
of the HP software with half from MS. I'll take it!!

Apprecate your help and interest today.

Chet


"CGB" <nospam@nospam.net> wrote in message
news:OmLZ8Y8aEHA.4048@TK2MSFTNGP10.phx.gbl...
> Just got first computer with XP.
>
> 1. Is the "built-in" firewall that comes with XP active? If so how do
you
> de-activate it? I'd like to run Zone Alarm instead. My new computer, an
> HP, came with Norton firewall but I'm not going to activate it (gotta
start
> paying for updates in 60 days) but isn't there also one inherent to XP?
>
> 2. I made a short cut to Windows Explorer and put it on my desktop. I am
> trying to drag it to the "quick launch" area of the task bar and it won't
> let me do it. The taskbar is "unlocked." What's the trick?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Chet
>
>

 

[Guest]

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CGB,

I read 'em. If HP doesn't have drivers for XP, your SOL.
My scanner is out in the garage because there are no XP drivers available.

HP Scanjet 4100c scanner has been discontinued.

Watch out for the popups!!!
Looks like it may have drivers here:
Software & Driver downloads HP Scanjet 4100c scanner
http://tinyurl.com/3n5yw

All three on that page >>>>
Does your system meet the following?
Operating system(s): Microsoft Windows XP

--
Hope this helps. Let us know.
Wes

In news:e6LOYXEbEHA.2812@tk2msftngp13.phx.gbl,
CGB <nospam@nospam.net> hunted and pecked:
> I posted questions re; XP compatibility with my scanner. Do you want
> to take a stab at that? Look at microsoft.public.windowsxp.hardware
> for a couple of posts today from CGB.
>
> I'm having fun with the new OS but if I can't get my scanner and
> scanner software to run, I may have to forget it. I can't afford to
> buy new scanner/software when it has been working fine on Windows 98.
>
> Chet
>
> "CGB" <nospam@nospam.net> wrote in message
> news:OmLZ8Y8aEHA.4048@TK2MSFTNGP10.phx.gbl...
>> Just got first computer with XP.
>>
>> 1. Is the "built-in" firewall that comes with XP active? If so
>> how do you de-activate it? I'd like to run Zone Alarm instead. My
>> new computer, an HP, came with Norton firewall but I'm not going to
>> activate it (gotta start paying for updates in 60 days) but isn't
>> there also one inherent to XP?
>>
>> 2. I made a short cut to Windows Explorer and put it on my desktop.
>> I am trying to drag it to the "quick launch" area of the task bar
>> and it won't let me do it. The taskbar is "unlocked." What's the
>> trick?
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Chet

 

[Jax]

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Hi Wes,

I don't know if this applies but, if XP drivers are not offered, in some
cases, K2 may work.

FWIW, JAX

"Wesley Vogel" <123WVogel955@comcast.net> wrote in message
news:EiiKc.116652$XM6.26955@attbi_s53...
> CGB,
>
> I read 'em. If HP doesn't have drivers for XP, your SOL.
> My scanner is out in the garage because there are no XP drivers available.
>
> HP Scanjet 4100c scanner has been discontinued.
>
> Watch out for the popups!!!
> Looks like it may have drivers here:
> Software & Driver downloads HP Scanjet 4100c scanner
> http://tinyurl.com/3n5yw
>
> All three on that page >>>>
> Does your system meet the following?
> Operating system(s): Microsoft Windows XP
>
> --
> Hope this helps. Let us know.
> Wes
>
> In news:e6LOYXEbEHA.2812@tk2msftngp13.phx.gbl,
> CGB <nospam@nospam.net> hunted and pecked:
> > I posted questions re; XP compatibility with my scanner. Do you want
> > to take a stab at that? Look at microsoft.public.windowsxp.hardware
> > for a couple of posts today from CGB.
> >
> > I'm having fun with the new OS but if I can't get my scanner and
> > scanner software to run, I may have to forget it. I can't afford to
> > buy new scanner/software when it has been working fine on Windows 98.
> >
> > Chet
> >
> > "CGB" <nospam@nospam.net> wrote in message
> > news:OmLZ8Y8aEHA.4048@TK2MSFTNGP10.phx.gbl...
> >> Just got first computer with XP.
> >>
> >> 1. Is the "built-in" firewall that comes with XP active? If so
> >> how do you de-activate it? I'd like to run Zone Alarm instead. My
> >> new computer, an HP, came with Norton firewall but I'm not going to
> >> activate it (gotta start paying for updates in 60 days) but isn't
> >> there also one inherent to XP?
> >>
> >> 2. I made a short cut to Windows Explorer and put it on my desktop.
> >> I am trying to drag it to the "quick launch" area of the task bar
> >> and it won't let me do it. The taskbar is "unlocked." What's the
> >> trick?
> >>
> >> Thanks,
> >>
> >> Chet

 

[Guest]

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Thanks JAX, I'll check that out for my 'garage scanner'.

--
Hope this helps. Let us know.
Wes

In news:OKigeDGbEHA.3512@TK2MSFTNGP12.phx.gbl,
JAX <slipslide@pop.not> hunted and pecked:
> Hi Wes,
>
> I don't know if this applies but, if XP drivers are not offered, in
> some cases, K2 may work.
>
> FWIW, JAX
>
> "Wesley Vogel" <123WVogel955@comcast.net> wrote in message
> news:EiiKc.116652$XM6.26955@attbi_s53...
>> CGB,
>>
>> I read 'em. If HP doesn't have drivers for XP, your SOL.
>> My scanner is out in the garage because there are no XP drivers
>> available.
>>
>> HP Scanjet 4100c scanner has been discontinued.
>>
>> Watch out for the popups!!!
>> Looks like it may have drivers here:
>> Software & Driver downloads HP Scanjet 4100c scanner
>> http://tinyurl.com/3n5yw
>>
>> All three on that page >>>>
>> Does your system meet the following?
>> Operating system(s): Microsoft Windows XP
>>
>> --
>> Hope this helps. Let us know.
>> Wes
>>
>> In news:e6LOYXEbEHA.2812@tk2msftngp13.phx.gbl,
>> CGB <nospam@nospam.net> hunted and pecked:
>>> I posted questions re; XP compatibility with my scanner. Do you
>>> want to take a stab at that? Look at
>>> microsoft.public.windowsxp.hardware for a couple of posts today
>>> from CGB.
>>>
>>> I'm having fun with the new OS but if I can't get my scanner and
>>> scanner software to run, I may have to forget it. I can't afford to
>>> buy new scanner/software when it has been working fine on Windows
>>> 98.
>>>
>>> Chet
>>>
>>> "CGB" <nospam@nospam.net> wrote in message
>>> news:OmLZ8Y8aEHA.4048@TK2MSFTNGP10.phx.gbl...
>>>> Just got first computer with XP.
>>>>
>>>> 1. Is the "built-in" firewall that comes with XP active? If so
>>>> how do you de-activate it? I'd like to run Zone Alarm instead. My
>>>> new computer, an HP, came with Norton firewall but I'm not going to
>>>> activate it (gotta start paying for updates in 60 days) but isn't
>>>> there also one inherent to XP?
>>>>
>>>> 2. I made a short cut to Windows Explorer and put it on my
>>>> desktop. I am trying to drag it to the "quick launch" area of the
>>>> task bar and it won't let me do it. The taskbar is "unlocked."
>>>> What's the trick?
>>>>
>>>> Thanks,
>>>>
>>>> Chet

 

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Keep having fun! ;-)

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Hope this helps. Let us know.
Wes

In news:uKZXzLGbEHA.3996@TK2MSFTNGP12.phx.gbl,
CGB <nospam@nospam.net> hunted and pecked:
> Well, I got it fixed. VERY arcane, obscure fix that I found
> searching around the net. HP does not have drivers. Someone,
> somehow came up with the idea of installing the software for Windows
> 2000 and running an "upgrade" from an XP page. I put it all together
> and fired it up. The "direct copy" portion worked (i.e. like a Xerox
> copy to a printer) but the scan to files/pix, etc. didn't work. I
> associated the button on the scanner with Windows scan/fax program
> and it works just fine (also made a shortcut to this software for the
> desktop and all is well although only using "half" of the HP software
> with half from MS. I'll take it!!
>
> Apprecate your help and interest today.
>
> Chet
>
>
> "CGB" <nospam@nospam.net> wrote in message
> news:OmLZ8Y8aEHA.4048@TK2MSFTNGP10.phx.gbl...
>> Just got first computer with XP.
>>
>> 1. Is the "built-in" firewall that comes with XP active? If so
>> how do you de-activate it? I'd like to run Zone Alarm instead. My
>> new computer, an HP, came with Norton firewall but I'm not going to
>> activate it (gotta start paying for updates in 60 days) but isn't
>> there also one inherent to XP?
>>
>> 2. I made a short cut to Windows Explorer and put it on my desktop.
>> I am trying to drag it to the "quick launch" area of the task bar
>> and it won't let me do it. The taskbar is "unlocked." What's the
>> trick?
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Chet

 

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I couldn't find drivers for my UMAX when I upgraded to XP, but I stumbled
into a way to install the scanner.

Go to the control panel, select category view if it is not already
displayed. Select Printers and other hardware and you will find an icon for
scanners and cameras. Select Add an imaging device and see what happens.

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"Wesley Vogel" <123WVogel955@comcast.net> wrote in message
news:EiiKc.116652$XM6.26955@attbi_s53...
> CGB,
>
> I read 'em. If HP doesn't have drivers for XP, your SOL.
> My scanner is out in the garage because there are no XP drivers available.
>
> HP Scanjet 4100c scanner has been discontinued.
>
> Watch out for the popups!!!
> Looks like it may have drivers here:
> Software & Driver downloads HP Scanjet 4100c scanner
> http://tinyurl.com/3n5yw
>
> All three on that page >>>>
> Does your system meet the following?
> Operating system(s): Microsoft Windows XP
>
> --
> Hope this helps. Let us know.
> Wes
>
> In news:e6LOYXEbEHA.2812@tk2msftngp13.phx.gbl,
> CGB <nospam@nospam.net> hunted and pecked:
> > I posted questions re; XP compatibility with my scanner. Do you want
> > to take a stab at that? Look at microsoft.public.windowsxp.hardware
> > for a couple of posts today from CGB.
> >
> > I'm having fun with the new OS but if I can't get my scanner and
> > scanner software to run, I may have to forget it. I can't afford to
> > buy new scanner/software when it has been working fine on Windows 98.
> >
> > Chet
> >
> > "CGB" <nospam@nospam.net> wrote in message
> > news:OmLZ8Y8aEHA.4048@TK2MSFTNGP10.phx.gbl...
> >> Just got first computer with XP.
> >>
> >> 1. Is the "built-in" firewall that comes with XP active? If so
> >> how do you de-activate it? I'd like to run Zone Alarm instead. My
> >> new computer, an HP, came with Norton firewall but I'm not going to
> >> activate it (gotta start paying for updates in 60 days) but isn't
> >> there also one inherent to XP?
> >>
> >> 2. I made a short cut to Windows Explorer and put it on my desktop.
> >> I am trying to drag it to the "quick launch" area of the task bar
> >> and it won't let me do it. The taskbar is "unlocked." What's the
> >> trick?
> >>
> >> Thanks,
> >>
> >> Chet