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recently when i try to install some programs (but not all), i get a message saying 'windows xp setup. please go to the control panel to install and configure system components'. is this due to the prgrams that i am trying to install or have i angered windows in some way?
I thing you have angered Windows, and now must pay atonement to the Windows gods :D Does it give any indication of which components at all?
In any case, get your WinXP CD handy, then go to Start>Run and type "sfc /scannow" without the quotes. That'll replace any missing or corrupt system files. It never hurts to try that first.
i have no idea what components it wants me to install. all i get is the error message that i stated above. the thing is that when i go to add or remove programs from the control panel, i can install the progs from there. this is odd is it not?
i have no xp cd. i am one of those lucky boys who had xp preinstalled when i bought my pc. any ideas?