Favorites folder hijacked?

[Guest]

The contents of my "favorites" folder in IE6 have been eliminated and completly replaced by the contents of my computer's c:\\windows directory! Any suggestions on how to resolve this

Thanks, Shawn

 

[Guest]

Forgot to add: OS = WinX

Shaw

----- S. Splane wrote: ----

The contents of my "favorites" folder in IE6 have been eliminated and completly replaced by the contents of my computer's c:\\windows directory! Any suggestions on how to resolve this

Thanks, Shawn

 

[Ramesh [MVP]]

Shawn,

The favorites Shell Folder is set incorrectly in the registry. Open Registry Editor and goto:

HKEY CURRENT USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\User Shell Folders
Set the Favorites path to : %USERPROFILE%\Favorites

Restart Internet Explorer. The Shell Folders value will update automatically and changes to C:\Documents and Settings\username\Favorites.

[More Information]
Redirect special folders in Windows XP:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/RedirectFolders.htm

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k

Free Online Virus Scanners and Security Tests:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Scanners.htm


Forgot to add: OS = WinXP

Shawn

----- S. Splane wrote: -----

The contents of my "favorites" folder in IE6 have been eliminated and completly replaced by the contents of my computer's c:\\windows directory! Any suggestions on how to resolve this?

Thanks, Shawn

 

[Jonathan]

I am having the same problem in Win 98. Same fix?

-----Original Message-----
Shawn,

The favorites Shell Folder is set incorrectly in the

registry. Open Registry Editor and goto:

HKEY CURRENT

USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Use
r Shell Folders

Set the Favorites path to : %USERPROFILE%\Favorites

Restart Internet Explorer. The Shell Folders value will

update automatically and changes to C:\Documents and
Settings\username\Favorites.

[More Information]
Redirect special folders in Windows XP:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/RedirectFolders.htm

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k

Free Online Virus Scanners and Security Tests:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Scanners.htm


"S. Splane" <[email protected]> wrote

in message (e-mail address removed)...

Forgot to add: OS = WinXP

Shawn

----- S. Splane wrote: -----

The contents of my "favorites" folder in IE6 have

been eliminated and completly replaced by the contents of
my computer's c:\\windows directory! Any suggestions on
how to resolve this?

 

[Ramesh [MVP]]

Yes.

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k

Free Online Virus Scanners and Security Tests:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Scanners.htm

-----Original Message-----
Shawn,

The favorites Shell Folder is set incorrectly in the

registry. Open Registry Editor and goto:

HKEY CURRENT

USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Use
r Shell Folders

Set the Favorites path to : %USERPROFILE%\Favorites

Restart Internet Explorer. The Shell Folders value will

update automatically and changes to C:\Documents and
Settings\username\Favorites.

[More Information]
Redirect special folders in Windows XP:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/RedirectFolders.htm

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k

Free Online Virus Scanners and Security Tests:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Scanners.htm


"S. Splane" <[email protected]> wrote

in message (e-mail address removed)...

Forgot to add: OS = WinXP

Shawn

----- S. Splane wrote: -----

The contents of my "favorites" folder in IE6 have

been eliminated and completly replaced by the contents of
my computer's c:\\windows directory! Any suggestions on
how to resolve this?

 

[Jonathan Mounce]

Since I don't have separate user profiles currently set up
in Windows 98, should I just write it to My Docs\Favorites?

-----Original Message-----
Yes.

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k

Free Online Virus Scanners and Security Tests:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Scanners.htm


I am having the same problem in Win 98. Same fix?

-----Original Message-----
Shawn,

The favorites Shell Folder is set incorrectly in the

registry. Open Registry Editor and goto:

HKEY CURRENT USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Us

e
r Shell Folders

Set the Favorites path to : %USERPROFILE%\Favorites

Restart Internet Explorer. The Shell Folders value will

update automatically and changes to C:\Documents and
Settings\username\Favorites.

[More Information]
Redirect special folders in Windows XP:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/RedirectFolders.htm

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k

Free Online Virus Scanners and Security Tests:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Scanners.htm


"S. Splane" <[email protected]> wrote

in message (e-mail address removed)...

Forgot to add: OS = WinXP

Shawn

----- S. Splane wrote: -----

The contents of my "favorites" folder in IE6 have

been eliminated and completly replaced by the contents of
my computer's c:\\windows directory! Any suggestions on
how to resolve this?

Thanks, Shawn

.

.

 

[Ramesh [MVP]]

Just checked my Win 98 box, which I don't use too often ;-): The correct value is: "C:\Windows\Favorites" for both the keys.

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Tips_Page.htm
http://www.mvps.org


Since I don't have separate user profiles currently set up
in Windows 98, should I just write it to My Docs\Favorites?

-----Original Message-----
Yes.

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k

Free Online Virus Scanners and Security Tests:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Scanners.htm


I am having the same problem in Win 98. Same fix?

-----Original Message-----
Shawn,

The favorites Shell Folder is set incorrectly in the

registry. Open Registry Editor and goto:

HKEY CURRENT USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Us

e
r Shell Folders

Set the Favorites path to : %USERPROFILE%\Favorites

Restart Internet Explorer. The Shell Folders value will

update automatically and changes to C:\Documents and
Settings\username\Favorites.

[More Information]
Redirect special folders in Windows XP:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/RedirectFolders.htm

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k

Free Online Virus Scanners and Security Tests:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Scanners.htm


"S. Splane" <[email protected]> wrote

in message (e-mail address removed)...

Forgot to add: OS = WinXP

Shawn

----- S. Splane wrote: -----

The contents of my "favorites" folder in IE6 have

been eliminated and completly replaced by the contents of
my computer's c:\\windows directory! Any suggestions on
how to resolve this?

Thanks, Shawn

.

.

 

[Jonathan Mounce]

Ok. I confirmed the entries at both HKEY_CURRENT_USER and
HKEY_USERS as such when I shut down earlier and when I

-----Original Message-----
Just checked my Win 98 box, which I don't use too often ;-

): The correct value is: "C:\Windows\Favorites" for both
the keys.

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Tips_Page.htm
http://www.mvps.org


"Jonathan Mounce" <[email protected]> wrote in

message news:[email protected]...

Since I don't have separate user profiles currently set up
in Windows 98, should I just write it to My Docs\Favorites?

-----Original Message-----
Yes.

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k

Free Online Virus Scanners and Security Tests:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Scanners.htm


I am having the same problem in Win 98. Same fix?
registry. Open Registry Editor and goto:

s

e
r Shell Folders

Set the Favorites path to : %USERPROFILE%\Favorites

Restart Internet Explorer. The Shell Folders value will

update automatically and changes to C:\Documents and
Settings\username\Favorites.

[More Information]
Redirect special folders in Windows XP:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/RedirectFolders.htm

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k

Free Online Virus Scanners and Security Tests:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Scanners.htm


"S. Splane" <[email protected]> wrote

in message (e-mail address removed)...

Forgot to add: OS = WinXP

Shawn

----- S. Splane wrote: -----

The contents of my "favorites" folder in IE6 have

been eliminated and completly replaced by the contents of
my computer's c:\\windows directory! Any suggestions on
how to resolve this?

Thanks, Shawn

.

.

.

 

[Ramesh [MVP]]

Jonathan,

The entries were set correctly and becomes empty after a reboot? And, are you using any software from your ISP. We've seen Earthlink's program causes Favorites path to change automatically to earthlink's favorites folder. Using any program of that sort?

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Tips_Page.htm
http://www.mvps.org


Ok. I confirmed the entries at both HKEY_CURRENT_USER and
HKEY_USERS as such when I shut down earlier and when I

-----Original Message-----
Just checked my Win 98 box, which I don't use too often ;-

): The correct value is: "C:\Windows\Favorites" for both
the keys.

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Tips_Page.htm
http://www.mvps.org


"Jonathan Mounce" <[email protected]> wrote in

message news:[email protected]...

Since I don't have separate user profiles currently set up
in Windows 98, should I just write it to My Docs\Favorites?

-----Original Message-----
Yes.

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k

Free Online Virus Scanners and Security Tests:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Scanners.htm


I am having the same problem in Win 98. Same fix?
registry. Open Registry Editor and goto:

s

e
r Shell Folders

Set the Favorites path to : %USERPROFILE%\Favorites

Restart Internet Explorer. The Shell Folders value will

update automatically and changes to C:\Documents and
Settings\username\Favorites.

[More Information]
Redirect special folders in Windows XP:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/RedirectFolders.htm

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k

Free Online Virus Scanners and Security Tests:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Scanners.htm


"S. Splane" <[email protected]> wrote

in message (e-mail address removed)...

Forgot to add: OS = WinXP

Shawn

----- S. Splane wrote: -----

The contents of my "favorites" folder in IE6 have

been eliminated and completly replaced by the contents of
my computer's c:\\windows directory! Any suggestions on
how to resolve this?

Thanks, Shawn

.

.

.

 

[Jonathan Mounce]

Currently using SBC Yahoo! DSL for ISP, but did have
Earthlink 3-4 years ago. Never had the issue until about
2 weeks ago, but yes the registry settings are as directed
and when I close IE6 and re-start it, the Favorites are
gone.

A re-check of the registry setting indicates those are
still intact, but my Favorites folder is empty.

DSL has some self-diagnostic software for internet
connection that I'm using, but I didn't have the problem
right away or even immediately after I upgraded to IE6,
which was done after DSL install.

-----Original Message-----
Jonathan,

The entries were set correctly and becomes empty after a

reboot? And, are you using any software from your ISP.
We've seen Earthlink's program causes Favorites path to
change automatically to earthlink's favorites folder.
Using any program of that sort?

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Tips_Page.htm
http://www.mvps.org


"Jonathan Mounce" <[email protected]> wrote in

message news:[email protected]...

Ok. I confirmed the entries at both HKEY_CURRENT_USER and
HKEY_USERS as such when I shut down earlier and when I
rebooted 1/2 an hour ago, Favorites shows <Empty>. If you
like, feel free to email me with response.

-----Original Message-----
Just checked my Win 98 box, which I don't use too

often ;-
): The correct value is: "C:\Windows\Favorites" for both
the keys.

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Tips_Page.htm
http://www.mvps.org


"Jonathan Mounce" <[email protected]> wrote in

message news:[email protected]...

Since I don't have separate user profiles currently set up
in Windows 98, should I just write it to My Docs\Favorites?

U

s

e
r Shell Folders
Set the Favorites path to : %USERPROFILE%\Favorites

Restart Internet Explorer. The Shell Folders value will
update automatically and changes to C:\Documents and
Settings\username\Favorites.

[More Information]
Redirect special folders in Windows XP:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/RedirectFolders.htm

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k

Free Online Virus Scanners and Security Tests:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Scanners.htm


in message (e-mail address removed)...
Forgot to add: OS = WinXP

Shawn

----- S. Splane wrote: -----

The contents of my "favorites" folder in IE6 have
been eliminated and completly replaced by the contents of
my computer's c:\\windows directory! Any suggestions on
how to resolve this?

Thanks, Shawn

.


.

.

.

 

[Ramesh [MVP]]

Perform a search for the *.URL files to know their location. Later you can move them to C:\Windows\Favorites.

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Tips_Page.htm
http://www.mvps.org


Currently using SBC Yahoo! DSL for ISP, but did have
Earthlink 3-4 years ago. Never had the issue until about
2 weeks ago, but yes the registry settings are as directed
and when I close IE6 and re-start it, the Favorites are
gone.

A re-check of the registry setting indicates those are
still intact, but my Favorites folder is empty.

DSL has some self-diagnostic software for internet
connection that I'm using, but I didn't have the problem
right away or even immediately after I upgraded to IE6,
which was done after DSL install.

-----Original Message-----
Jonathan,

The entries were set correctly and becomes empty after a

reboot? And, are you using any software from your ISP.
We've seen Earthlink's program causes Favorites path to
change automatically to earthlink's favorites folder.
Using any program of that sort?

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Tips_Page.htm
http://www.mvps.org


"Jonathan Mounce" <[email protected]> wrote in

message news:[email protected]...

Ok. I confirmed the entries at both HKEY_CURRENT_USER and
HKEY_USERS as such when I shut down earlier and when I
rebooted 1/2 an hour ago, Favorites shows <Empty>. If you
like, feel free to email me with response.

-----Original Message-----
Just checked my Win 98 box, which I don't use too

often ;-
): The correct value is: "C:\Windows\Favorites" for both
the keys.

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Tips_Page.htm
http://www.mvps.org


"Jonathan Mounce" <[email protected]> wrote in

message news:[email protected]...

Since I don't have separate user profiles currently set up
in Windows 98, should I just write it to My Docs\Favorites?

U

s

e
r Shell Folders
Set the Favorites path to : %USERPROFILE%\Favorites

Restart Internet Explorer. The Shell Folders value will
update automatically and changes to C:\Documents and
Settings\username\Favorites.

[More Information]
Redirect special folders in Windows XP:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/RedirectFolders.htm

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k

Free Online Virus Scanners and Security Tests:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Scanners.htm


in message (e-mail address removed)...
Forgot to add: OS = WinXP

Shawn

----- S. Splane wrote: -----

The contents of my "favorites" folder in IE6 have
been eliminated and completly replaced by the contents of
my computer's c:\\windows directory! Any suggestions on
how to resolve this?

Thanks, Shawn

.


.

.

.

 

[Jonathan Mounce]

I am using Zone Alarm firewall and internet security
software and I did install it about 2 weeks ago. I wonder
if this is causing my problems.

-----Original Message-----
Jonathan,

The entries were set correctly and becomes empty after a

reboot? And, are you using any software from your ISP.
We've seen Earthlink's program causes Favorites path to
change automatically to earthlink's favorites folder.
Using any program of that sort?

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Tips_Page.htm
http://www.mvps.org


"Jonathan Mounce" <[email protected]> wrote in

message news:[email protected]...

Ok. I confirmed the entries at both HKEY_CURRENT_USER and
HKEY_USERS as such when I shut down earlier and when I
rebooted 1/2 an hour ago, Favorites shows <Empty>. If you
like, feel free to email me with response.

-----Original Message-----
Just checked my Win 98 box, which I don't use too

often ;-
): The correct value is: "C:\Windows\Favorites" for both
the keys.

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Tips_Page.htm
http://www.mvps.org


"Jonathan Mounce" <[email protected]> wrote in

message news:[email protected]...

Since I don't have separate user profiles currently set up
in Windows 98, should I just write it to My Docs\Favorites?

U

s

e
r Shell Folders
Set the Favorites path to : %USERPROFILE%\Favorites

Restart Internet Explorer. The Shell Folders value will
update automatically and changes to C:\Documents and
Settings\username\Favorites.

[More Information]
Redirect special folders in Windows XP:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/RedirectFolders.htm

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k

Free Online Virus Scanners and Security Tests:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Scanners.htm


in message (e-mail address removed)...
Forgot to add: OS = WinXP

Shawn

----- S. Splane wrote: -----

The contents of my "favorites" folder in IE6 have
been eliminated and completly replaced by the contents of
my computer's c:\\windows directory! Any suggestions on
how to resolve this?

Thanks, Shawn

.


.

.

.

 

[Jonathan Mounce]

Well, I have a zip file of all my desired favorites and
everytime my favs has been emptied (even during our chat),
I have extracted those files to the favorites in Windows
and everytime I shut IE down, that folder is emptied. I
even tried adding them via the Favorites > Add to
Favorites command in IE and still they were emptied upon
shut down of IE.

Did you see my other post regarding Zone Alarm software?

-----Original Message-----
Perform a search for the *.URL files to know their

location. Later you can move them to C:\Windows\Favorites.

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Tips_Page.htm
http://www.mvps.org


"Jonathan Mounce" <[email protected]>

wrote in message [email protected]...

Currently using SBC Yahoo! DSL for ISP, but did have
Earthlink 3-4 years ago. Never had the issue until about
2 weeks ago, but yes the registry settings are as directed
and when I close IE6 and re-start it, the Favorites are
gone.

A re-check of the registry setting indicates those are
still intact, but my Favorites folder is empty.

DSL has some self-diagnostic software for internet
connection that I'm using, but I didn't have the problem
right away or even immediately after I upgraded to IE6,
which was done after DSL install.

-----Original Message-----
Jonathan,

The entries were set correctly and becomes empty after a

reboot? And, are you using any software from your ISP.
We've seen Earthlink's program causes Favorites path to
change automatically to earthlink's favorites folder.
Using any program of that sort?

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Tips_Page.htm
http://www.mvps.org


"Jonathan Mounce" <[email protected]> wrote in

message news:[email protected]...

Ok. I confirmed the entries at both HKEY_CURRENT_USER and
HKEY_USERS as such when I shut down earlier and when I
rebooted 1/2 an hour ago, Favorites shows <Empty>. If you
like, feel free to email me with response. often ;-
): The correct value is: "C:\Windows\Favorites" for both
the keys.
message news:[email protected]...

\

U

s
e
r Shell Folders
Set the Favorites path to : %USERPROFILE%\Favorites

Restart Internet Explorer. The Shell Folders value will
update automatically and changes to C:\Documents and
Settings\username\Favorites.

[More Information]
Redirect special folders in Windows XP:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/RedirectFolders.htm

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k

Free Online Virus Scanners and Security Tests:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Scanners.htm


in message (e-mail address removed)...
Forgot to add: OS = WinXP

Shawn

----- S. Splane wrote: -----

The contents of my "favorites" folder in IE6 have
been eliminated and completly replaced by the contents of
my computer's c:\\windows directory! Any suggestions on
how to resolve this?

Thanks, Shawn

.


.

.

.

.

 

[Ramesh [MVP]]

So, the .URL files are all cleared and nowhere found in the system? Can you run a scan using Hijackthis and send across the LOG to me? ([email protected]).

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k
http://www.mvps.org

Windows XP Tips Page:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Tips_Page.htm


Well, I have a zip file of all my desired favorites and
everytime my favs has been emptied (even during our chat),
I have extracted those files to the favorites in Windows
and everytime I shut IE down, that folder is emptied. I
even tried adding them via the Favorites > Add to
Favorites command in IE and still they were emptied upon
shut down of IE.

Did you see my other post regarding Zone Alarm software?

-----Original Message-----
Perform a search for the *.URL files to know their

location. Later you can move them to C:\Windows\Favorites.

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Tips_Page.htm
http://www.mvps.org


"Jonathan Mounce" <[email protected]>

wrote in message [email protected]...

Currently using SBC Yahoo! DSL for ISP, but did have
Earthlink 3-4 years ago. Never had the issue until about
2 weeks ago, but yes the registry settings are as directed
and when I close IE6 and re-start it, the Favorites are
gone.

A re-check of the registry setting indicates those are
still intact, but my Favorites folder is empty.

DSL has some self-diagnostic software for internet
connection that I'm using, but I didn't have the problem
right away or even immediately after I upgraded to IE6,
which was done after DSL install.

-----Original Message-----
Jonathan,

The entries were set correctly and becomes empty after a

reboot? And, are you using any software from your ISP.
We've seen Earthlink's program causes Favorites path to
change automatically to earthlink's favorites folder.
Using any program of that sort?

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Tips_Page.htm
http://www.mvps.org


"Jonathan Mounce" <[email protected]> wrote in

message news:[email protected]...

Ok. I confirmed the entries at both HKEY_CURRENT_USER and
HKEY_USERS as such when I shut down earlier and when I
rebooted 1/2 an hour ago, Favorites shows <Empty>. If you
like, feel free to email me with response. often ;-
): The correct value is: "C:\Windows\Favorites" for both
the keys.
message news:[email protected]...

\

U

s
e
r Shell Folders
Set the Favorites path to : %USERPROFILE%\Favorites

Restart Internet Explorer. The Shell Folders value will
update automatically and changes to C:\Documents and
Settings\username\Favorites.

[More Information]
Redirect special folders in Windows XP:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/RedirectFolders.htm

--
Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k

Free Online Virus Scanners and Security Tests:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Scanners.htm


in message (e-mail address removed)...
Forgot to add: OS = WinXP

Shawn

----- S. Splane wrote: -----

The contents of my "favorites" folder in IE6 have
been eliminated and completly replaced by the contents of
my computer's c:\\windows directory! Any suggestions on
how to resolve this?

Thanks, Shawn

.


.

.

.

.

 

[Mike Burgess]

Jonathan,
Possibly the "Favorites" folder is corrupt?
When viewing the folder in Windows Explorer
C:\Windows\Favorites is it showing as a "special folder"?
Should look like a little star .......

If corrupted you may need to restart in Dos Mode and
delete the folder and let Windows recreate it on Startup.
____________________________________________________________
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Blocking Spyware, Adware, Parasites, Hijackers, Trojans, with a HOSTS file
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I am using Zone Alarm firewall and internet security
software and I did install it about 2 weeks ago. I wonder
if this is causing my problems.

-----Original Message-----
Jonathan,

The entries were set correctly and becomes empty after a

reboot? And, are you using any software from your ISP.
We've seen Earthlink's program causes Favorites path to
change automatically to earthlink's favorites folder.
Using any program of that sort?

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"Jonathan Mounce" <[email protected]> wrote in

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Ok. I confirmed the entries at both HKEY_CURRENT_USER and
HKEY_USERS as such when I shut down earlier and when I
rebooted 1/2 an hour ago, Favorites shows <Empty>. If you
like, feel free to email me with response.

-----Original Message-----
Just checked my Win 98 box, which I don't use too

often ;-
): The correct value is: "C:\Windows\Favorites" for both
the keys.

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Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Tips_Page.htm
http://www.mvps.org


"Jonathan Mounce" <[email protected]> wrote in

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Since I don't have separate user profiles currently set up
in Windows 98, should I just write it to My Docs\Favorites?
-----Original Message-----
Yes.

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Windows XP - Shell/User
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I am having the same problem in Win 98. Same fix?
-----Original Message-----
Shawn,

The favorites Shell Folder is set incorrectly in the
registry. Open Registry Editor and goto:

HKEY CURRENT
USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\

U

s
e
r Shell Folders
Set the Favorites path to : %USERPROFILE%\Favorites

Restart Internet Explorer. The Shell Folders value will
update automatically and changes to C:\Documents and
Settings\username\Favorites.

[More Information]
Redirect special folders in Windows XP:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/RedirectFolders.htm

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Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
www.mvps.org/sramesh2k

Free Online Virus Scanners and Security Tests:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Scanners.htm


in message (e-mail address removed)...
Forgot to add: OS = WinXP

Shawn

----- S. Splane wrote: -----

The contents of my "favorites" folder in IE6 have
been eliminated and completly replaced by the contents of
my computer's c:\\windows directory! Any suggestions on
how to resolve this?

Thanks, Shawn

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[S. Splane]

Ramesh,

Thanks for the tip. It didn't quite work though. When I
set the path to %USERPROFILE%\Favorites, the favorites
didn't show up. However, when I set the path to
C:\Documents and Settings\'username'\Favorites, it fixed
the problem. Is it ok to leave it like that rather than
as %USERPROFILE%\Favorites? I see that the other entries
in that section of the registry are all %USERPROFILE%\...

Shawn