Hey everybody! Just wanted to let you all know, my computer is fixed, and operating normally now.


DL65 suggested that I install all my available windows updates, including XP SP2. So I did all that.

Than, just for the heck of it, I DECIDED to re-boot into safe mode, and see if I can access my control panel while running in safe mode. BINGO! It worked! I went into user ACCOUNTS, and had to reset the ADMIN. account.

Than, I booted back into normal mode, and everything is running okay. I can now access my CP, and I can run regedit also.

So, I wanted to thank you all for your time and efforts in helping me. The next time someone comes here with a problem like mine, ask them if they can access their CP while running in safe mode. I'm not sure, but I think that might have been the trick.

Thanks again, I appreciate the help!Nice work guys!

[glb]Flame[/glb]Sapphire.... Glad to hear things are back to normal......
It's HARD to say exactly what solved the issue , but the important thing is is has been fixed .........
Thanks for having the patience to stay with us ......

Cheers

dl65 Sapphire, you're a champion
Re-install was starting to look good but your perseverance paid off. Well done.