Synchronization Manager

[TheUK]

What's with this Synchronization Manager?

I can't seem to be able to turn off the Synchronization Manager in Win2K. When I go to Accessories - Synchronize, and uncheck the box, it's reactivated when the computer is booted up again. When I delete it from the Run(Registry), it also reactivates again after I boot the system.

Is the Synchronization Manager so important that it has to be permanently activated on the Windows OS? If not, then why is it so difficult to turn off?

 

[GrnEyedLdy]

TheUK,

Are you using Offline Files on your network?

Patty

 

[TheUK]

I have a desktop, a laptop, and DSL modem connected to a router. I don't think I'm using Offline Files; however, is there a way to confirm this?

 

[GrnEyedLdy]

TheUK,

The box that you are unchecking...is this the box for "My Current Home Page"? Because I don't know if you can stop that synchronization from taking place.

If you are running Professional, Offline Files is enabled by default. In Windows Explorer, click Tools, Folder Options and Offline Files. Is it enabled?

If you have files that you have setup to be Made Available Offline, you won't be able to remove them by unchecking the box in Start|Programs|Accessories|Synchronize...you should go to the file and right click it, then click Make Available Offline to remove the check mark.

Hope this helps

Patty

 

[TheUK]

You're correct about not being able to turn off "My Current Home Page". I still don't understand why this can't be controlled.

However, I did overlook the Explorer, Tools, Folder Option; thanks for pointing this out to me.

Thx.
Ron