The computer is in use and has been locked?

[Dineen]

"The Computer is in use and has been Locked" ???

I have fast user switching enabled, however this is all of a sudden happening. Now we can't use fast user switching - we haven't changed any settings that I"m aware of - and I"m not sure how to shut this off...any ideas??

Thanks!
Dineen

(using XP Home)

 

[butchrecon]

Is someone running the desktop remotely? I know you get this when someone is taking over the desktop via Remote Desktop Sharing. James Collins
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[Dineen]

Maybe...not sure - we have all our computers networked here at the house so maybe one of the kids do? How could I disable this (if i can) or how can i see if that is happening?

Thanks!

 

[smah]

I'll give a second vote for RD. To disable it, right click on My Computer, Properties, Remote tab, in the remote desktop section uncheck 'Allow users to remotely connect...'

 

[Dineen]

it WAS unchecked. hmmm.... My computer hates me

 

[smah]

Even though it's for Win2000, this article mentions a problem when the screensaver is set to a non existent screensaver program or a corrupt screensaver file. It might be worth a shot.

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=KB;en-us;q242917

Alternatively, how long has this been happening? You could try a System Restore back to a time before it started.

 

[smah]

Here's some more info:

http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_cad.htm

 

[flyboytim]

You may need to remove your screensaver password protection. Right click on the desktop background, properties, screensaver, and uncheck On resume, password protect.