For security purposes, Windows XP requires that you create
both an Administrator and User account. A network is required
if you wish to access the internet.
HOW TO: Create and Configure User Accounts in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;279783
Why you should not run your computer as an administrator:
Running Windows XP as an administrator makes the system
vulnerable to Trojan horses and other security risks. The simple
act of visiting an Internet site can be extremely damaging to the
system. An unfamiliar Internet site may have Trojan horse code
that can be downloaded to the system and executed. If you are
logged on with administrator privileges, a Trojan horse could do
things like reformat your hard drive, delete all your files, create a
new user account with administrative access, and so on.
You should add yourself to the Users or Power Users group.
When you log on as a member of the Users group, you can
perform routine tasks, including running programs and visiting
Internet sites, without exposing your computer to unnecessary risk.
As a member of the Power Users group, you can perform routine
tasks and you can also install programs, add printers, and use most
Control Panel items. If you need to perform administrative tasks, such
as upgrading the operating system or configuring system parameters,
then log off and log back on as an administrator.
Using Windows XP Professional
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/pro/using/default.asp
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Nicholas
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| I have Windows XP prof. edition. I use it for Home & have
| NO NEED for Network, Log ons, Servers, Users,
| Administrators... It's annoying. How can I disactivate,
| disable or uninstall thi? All I need is my internet and
| email.In the setup manual it said that I could SKIP the
| network installation, but i couldn't...
| Please HELP!
