Fix for the 'Works Marketing Feature' has stopped running message that appears when you boot your computer. For international versions of Works Suite 2002, Works Suite 2001 and Works 6.0.

Windows XP WorksFix.exe - 44 Kb 24 Oct 2001

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NeoWin are reporting that M$ have already updated their Windows Messenger from v4.5.0120 to v4.5.0121.

This update is across the board, for Windows XP as well as Windows 9x/NT/2000 versions.

Title: Downloaded Applications Can Execute on Mac IE 5.1 for OS X
Date: 23 October 2001
Software: Internet Explorer 5.1 for Macintosh
Impact: Run code of attacker's choice If this affects you read more!

Chaining Hotfix Installations Without QChain.exe Is not safe!!!

When you install hotfixes, if a file is locked or in use and cannot be replaced, it is placed in the Pending File Rename queue to be replaced after the restarts. The problem occurs in this scenario:

Ibelite have some great news they got their's hands on some Windows XP HotFixes SP1!Yeah baby.

Here's what they're saying:

This is HotFixes for still unreleased Windows XP :) Hotfixes are available from MS FTP server, but all files are password protected.
So, currenly it is not a free update, it will be free, but not now...
But if you're using Windows XP right now and can't wait for Service Pack 1 then our gift is for you!

Hit the read more button...

WinOsCentral know where u can get a copy of Media Player 8 XP for Win2K. LOL! Nice.

Here's what they're saying:

Another one of those "In case you missed it" files, this one deals with Media Player 8.0. Now as most of you know this is not going to be made available to the public and can only be had if you buy XP BUT WindowsXP (about half way down that page). has the "ripped" file (4+ MB) that you can install and use under Win2K.

Hey who said the best stuff wasn't free...

American users that want to show their patriotism will be glad to know Microsoft has just released a brand new 3D Screensaver for Windows XP. It shows a stars and stripes American flag waving in your screen.

Another update from Neowin!!! Keep it coming guys! This time it's MSN Explorer 7.0 Final!

Here's their saying:

MSN Explorer is Microsoft's all-in-one software that delivers everything you need to feel at home on the Web. E-mail, instant messaging, Web browsing, and more are integrated in a friendly program that works with your existing Internet connection, so get it today!

MSN Explorer is Easy, Exciting, and Personal!

Easily sign in and access your favorite MSN features from anywhere with access to the Web.
Enjoy exciting features including an integrated media player that offers a great new way to find and play music and video.
Keep in touch with your friends with e-mail and instant messaging.
Add up to nine people, so everyone in your family has their own e-mail, buddies, favorite sites and more.

Download: MSN Explorer 7.0 FINAL

NeoWin are reporting that English/U.S version of MSN Messenger 4.5 has officially been launched for Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000. The XP version will not be available till Thursday although NeoWin have been able to install this on XP and its working fine (with enabled alerts).

Update the XP version of Messenger 4.5 Final is available. So hit the Read More button for your download:

These are brought to you in association with NeoWin. Included in this release: Super Fast User Switcher
Powertoy Calculator
ALT-TAB Replacement
Virtual Desktop Manager
Phototoys
TweakUI 2.0
Command Window on Folder
Slideshow Generator
Maginifier
HTML Slideshow Generator
Timershot Note: Please uninstall any previous versions first and reboot! Download Now!

Some words from Andrew over @ Ibelite:
Today Microsoft has updated Windows Messenger 4.5 with tabs!! There are basically 3 tabs. You enable the third one yourself which is the CNBC MSN Money. 1st Tab - Contacts 2nd tab - Alerts 3rd tab - CNBC Money (stocks) View some screenshots about it by using the above link!

The new error reporting feature in Microsoft's new products?including Windows XP, Office XP, and newer versions of Internet Explorer?has prompted the US Department of Energy to release an advisory about the feature's security risks. The DOE advisory claims the information sent to Microsoft "includes a memory dump which may contain all or part of the document being viewed or edited." Obviously, that's bad. Read more over here! What do u think about this feature? Is it useful or are you sceptical about this function? Discuss in our forum here.
You don´t have to register to post your opinion.

With Windows XP officially being released Oct 25th, a lot of gamers will be asking themselves if XP is the way to go for gaming. The guys over at Gamespy have done some tests: "We've put it through the rigors of gaming and are quite pleased with the results..."

The Device Manager is a tool in Microsoft Windows for administrating device drivers. These drivers control how the hardware within the computer interactive with the computer's operating system. Whenever there is a problem with a device driver or physical hardware component, this manager will show a code with a little description. But due to the limited nature of this description, this is why this guide has been created. It has a list what the full code means as well as offering a solution to the problem. You can use the Device Manager to view device, change device properties, update device drives, configure driver settings and if necessary uninstall these device drivers. Also by using this guide you should be able to solve any problem with you computer drivers or hardware components. The information in this guide is for:

Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition
Microsoft Windows 98/ 98 Second Edition
Microsoft Windows 95/95A/95B/95C
Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server
Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
Microsoft Windows 2000 Server
Microsoft Windows XP Pro Edition
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition

These error codes might be applicable to Windows XP Home and Pro editions too, but as yet has been untested. Mainly because this is the most stable from Microsoft yet!

Source: Go here for the list.
Written By Louis Green

I'm a huge Messenger fan and as soon as version 4.5 leaked, I downloaded and installed it. But since yesterday, I didn't see my contacts online anymore. There was just some white space, where the list should be. I'm not gonna try this new leaked version, I'll just wait until it's final and official. If anyone else has comments/problems with the program, please let me know in

HA! I at least would like to know if my software opens a door to whatever can be hacked/transmitted or whatever... Scott Culp, the Manager of the Microsoft Security Response Center, has issued an article about recent developments in the security community. He states that reports about security flaws/bugs in software were the key to worms like Code Red, Lion, Sadmind, Ramen, Nimda and hack attacks. Quote:
It?s high time the security community stopped providing blueprints for building these weapons. (...) While the industry can and should deliver more secure products, it?s unrealistic to expect that we will ever achieve perfection. All non-trivial software contains bugs, and modern software systems are anything but trivial. (...) ...a practice that?s best described as information anarchy. This is the practice of deliberately publishing explicit, step-by-step instructions for exploiting security vulnerabilities, without regard for how the information may be used. (...) For its part, Microsoft will be working with other industry leaders over the course of the coming months, to build an industry-wide consensus on this issue. Full article @ M$ What do you think? Let it all be discussed behind closed doors or be able to decide to shut down or decrease use of software on your own?

Title: Invalid RDP Data Can Cause Terminal Service Failure
Date: 18 October 2001
Software: Windows NT 4.0 Server, Terminal Server Edition, Windows 2000 Server and Advanced Server
Impact: Denial of service
Risk: Moderate
For a more detailed description of the issue adressed Read More...

If you've ever thought, "Wow, this version of Windows Media Player is really lacking, I can do better!" - Now's your chance.

Following on from Phoenix Article this was posted in the comments to his story (Windows 2000 SP3 FTP Folder) by Anonymous. Have no idea but if you wanna see (and download) what's in the 1st service pack for Windows XP take a look at this ftp address:

ftp://hotfix.microsoft.com/winnt/windows_XP/sp1/

MiaKa Rancho*: Thanks. Unfortunately these files will be password protected too I assume...

Saw it just over NeoWin! It's version 4.5 (v.4.5.0110). Get it over here. Beware, looks like beta software.