Fred, check here
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm
#255 right side..."My documents folder opens upon boot"
To use the Regedits: Save the REG File to your hard disk. Double click it
and answer yes to the import prompt. REG files can be viewed in Notepad by
right clicking on the file and selecting Edit.
"Fred Stocker" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
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> Whan I start my XP, I get a glimpse of my desktop, then My Documents
> folder pops in. I have to close it to get to my desktop. I've looked at
> Startup and nothing. It's not bad, just annoying. Thanks!
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