How Do I Install a Missing dll?

[mac1]

Newbie: Running WindowsXP, SP2, hp pavilion 754n (my computer did not come
with a system cd )

Yesterday, After reinstalling all my computer software, I ran
"NortonWinDoctor". The program revealed 3 missing
dll errors.

(Note: My computer has Not displayed any error messages. "Norton WinDoctor"
noted the errors.)

"learn32.dll"
"pctree32.dll"
"hpgreg32.dll"

I learned today that "learn32.dll" and "pctree32dll" are located in a folder
called "training". I found that folder on my computer.

From what I understand, I need to copy and place them in the folder where
the error occurred.

"C:\\WINDOWS\$NtUninstallKB923723$\ORUN32.EXE" cannot find a necessary file,
""pctree32dll"
"C:\\WINDOWS\$NtUninstallKB923723$\ORUN32.EXE" cannot find a necessary file,
""learn32.dll"

I would appreciate learning what steps I need to follow to accomplish that.

Thank you.
-Mac

 

[Earl Grey]

Hi Mac:

You've provided another example of the uselessness of software like
WinDoctor. There's nothing wrong with your computer, but those files are
not where WinDoctor thinks they should be, so it decided the files are
'missing'.

Honestly, there is nothing in Norton SystemWorks of any redeeming value
aside from the antivirus component.

Earl Grey

 

[mac1]

Hi Earl,

Thank you for the comments..

Unfortunately, people, like myself who know very little about the inner
workings of a computer, rely on software to hopefully fix problems and keep
to keep their computer running smoothly. When I purchased Norton System
Works 2007, I also purchased "Norton Personal Firewall 2006," I haven't
installed it yet, what are your thoughts regarding this software?

Any comments regarding "Registry Booster" would be appreciated too.
I purchased this software several days ago. However, when I run it, (unlike
NortonWinDoctor," it finds no problems at all on my pc.

Thanks
-Mac

 

[Earl Grey]

Hi Mac:

You're asking about my opinions, so bear in mind...these are opinions.

In the earlier days of Windows, 'fixit' and 'optimization' programs were
often helpful, if not necessary, to get Windows to run well. Windows has
progressed and, while nobody thinks it's perfect, it now manages its
inner workings very effectively. Consequently, there is no longer a need
for such programs. However, old habits are hard to break, and many
people are intimidated by computers, and, quite frankly, there's a lot
of money to made from them, so this software persists.

Instead of learning how to maintain a computer, it's tempting to just
let some other company's software do it for you, particularly when their
advertising tries to scare you into submission. Tempting...but
unnecessary at best and disastrous at worst. These newsgroups are full
of posts from people whose fixit software caused unnecessary grief.

Consider too, that hardware today is much faster and more reliable than
ever, so techniques that were useful in the past to speed them up are
not only unneeded today, but can actually be harmful.

In particular, so-called registry cleaners and optimizers are completely
unnecessary since they accomplish virtually nothing of real value and
can cause damage sufficient to make a computer unusable.

There is no substitute for learning how to maintain a computer. It's
easier than you think, and the web is packed with useful information. If
you can avoid falling for hype I think you'll find that maintaining a
computer today is virtually effortless. The real problem these days is
protecting yourself from malware. That can get real complicated.

Earl Grey