System Restore, search option and remove programs do not work.

I can't restore my system as the system restore option does not work. I also cannot use the search option and cannot remove 2 of my programs from the control panel. I need help as soon as POSSIBLE. Answer please! Thank you!

Hi sudarshkaur,

1. what happens when you try to uninstall the program?

2. what happens when you try to restore the system? You receive an error message?

3. What is the issue you have with search options?

4. did you of recent changes on the computer?

See the Microsoft articles below and check if it helps.

http://www.Microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/helpandsupport/getstarted/ballew_03may19.mspx

How to manually remove programs from the add tool / remove programs

http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/314481

How to change or remove a program in Windows XP

http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/307895

 

I hope this helps!

Halima S - Microsoft technical support.

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