Troubleshooting Support

Troubleshooting Help

November 2002: The support URL listed on page 272 is incorrect. It's supposed to say microsoft and not micorosoft, which is what happens when you type too fast and when editors assume that, well, I probably meant microsoft anyway. Otherwise the rest of the URL is correct.

Change the UAC Beep to a Burp: Here is a link to the burp.wav file I mentioned. Right-click on the link and choose Save Target As from the shortcut menu. Save it in the Music folder on your PC's hard drive.; burp.wav
What's the Administrator's Password?: If you're the only one using your XP system, then you may be surprised to find a secret Administrator account exists when you boot into Safe Mode. Don't fret! The password for this account is blank (not set). Just don't type in anything when asked for the account's password. But do be aware that all versions of XP have this Administrator account, specifically for troubleshooting in Safe Mode.

The Strange Saga of Figure 7-8: What happens when lawyers and authors mix? Crap! That's what happens. An explanation of this book's most bizarre figure. Read more . . .
Removing Mystery Programs: Occasionally weird and unknown programs show up in the Close Program window. What are they? Can you get rid of them? Read more . . .
More Dirt on the Recent Documents List: Here is some additional information on the Recent Documents List, which was cut from the book. It's not truly necessary information; just interesting trivia. Read more . . .