desktop missing

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Katy

when i start my computer only the backgroun appears and
the only way i can get to applications is by pressing
ctrl, alt, delete then i press file and then New Task
then i browse for the document i need there is no taskbar
and there is no icons. someone please help. Thankyou.
 
Try right-clicking on the desktop > Arrange icons by > Show Desktop Icons

Also move cursor to the bottom of screen & if Taskbar appears then

Right click Start button > Properties > Taskbar > Uncheck "Autohide the
Taskbar"
 
Hi Katy,

Hit F8 at system startup, choose Safe mode - does this allow you to load
normally?

If so, then examine the startup load for clues, one of these programs is
causing the problem. Start/run msinfo32, expand the software environment,
click on the startup programs. This article may help isolate the problem:

HOW TO: Perform Advanced Clean-Boot Troubleshooting in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=316434

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Best of Luck,

Rick Rogers aka "Nutcase" MS-MVP - Win9x

Associate Expert - WinXP - Expert Zone
 
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