hi
If you can, check this registry key:-
HKLM\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\Current Version\Winlogon
Make sure userinit is pointing to c:\windows\system32\userinit.exe
Taskbar Is Missing When You Log On to Windows
support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;318027[/url]
and/or
kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm[/url]
Line 117 - Restore Taskbar and Start Menu
Taskbar Repair Tool Plus!
kellys-korner-xp.com/taskbarplus!.htm[/url]
or Line #195 "Restore Desktop Icons and Taskbar"
kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm[/url]
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