Loss of normal Task Manager screen 1

[tbiller]

All,

This is a new one on me. Suddenly I now have a rather disabled Task Manager view. I have uploaded a screenshot to

http://www.charlieb.demon.co.uk/images/taskman.jpg

as I can't really think of a good way to describe it. There are no options available anymore and it cannot be closed apart from a reboot or a logout.

It appears to be profile-specific too, as if I logout and login again as the local admin on the laptop (XP Pro SP2) then I have a full Task Manager app.

I have run a registry cleaner and have been through Kellys Korner for a fix too, all to no avail. No spyware installed and virus defs are up to date.

Any ideas please?

Many thanks,

Tim

 

[aftertaf]

try creating a new user and see if it does the same for the new account..
could be your profile has taken a thrashing...

Aftertaf

"Resolve is never stronger than the night before it was never weaker

 

[bcastner]

This is called "tiny footprint" mode and easily fixed by clicking on the border of the task manager image.

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;193050

http://www.winxptutor.com/taskmgr.htm

 

[tbiller]

A star for Mr C! Thank you very much.

You live and learn. Cheers - Tim

 

[aftertaf]

You live and learn"
you do indeed.....

Aftertaf

"Resolve is never stronger than the night before it was never weaker