runtime 53 error on startup

[terri]

How do I get rid of this runtime 53 error message on
startup? Where is it coming from and it is prohibiting
me from installing certain software.

 

[Rick \Nutcase\ Rogers]

Hi Terri,

How to Troubleshoot By Using the Msconfig Utility in Windows XP [Q310560]
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=310560

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

Use these to detect and isolate the problem. Dimes to Dollars says it's a
spy or ad program running behind the scenes.

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Best of Luck,

Rick Rogers aka "Nutcase" MS-MVP - Win9x
Windows isn't rocket science! That's my other hobby!

Associate Expert - WinXP - Expert Zone