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About the EasyLI Done!™ Series Tutorials

All EasyLI Done!™ Series Tutorials are designed to accomplish specific tasks on a step-by-step basis!
From connecting two computers together to share files using a crossover cable to setting up a secured wireless network connection, these online tutorials are extremely easy to follow. Although all tutorials were put together with the novice user (beginner) in mind, advanced users will find a few tricks to put to use also, such as 'How to Force Windows to Shutdown' when it just won't shutdown normally.
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Did you know? You cannot uninstall Windows® Messenger from Windows® XP computers.

You can only disable or hide the Windows® Messenger icon in Windows® XP.

Follow the steps below to prevent Windows® Messenger from starting automatically and appearing in your System Tray each time you turn on or restart your computer.

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How to Prevent Windows® Messenger from Starting Automatically and Appearing in Your System Tray

Whether you use it or not, by default, Windows® Messenger appears in your System Tray every time Windows® is started.

Here's how to prevent Windows® Messenger from starting automatically and appearing in your System Tray:

Step 1: With the left mouse button, double-click on the 'Windows Messenger' icon in the System Tray area.

Step 2: With the left mouse button, click on 'Tools'.

Step 3: With the left mouse button, click on 'Options'.

Step 4: With the left mouse button, click on the 'Preferences' tab.

Step 5: With the left mouse button, click on the box next to 'Run this program when Windows starts' (The green checkmark will disappear from the box, indicating this option has been deselected).

Step 6: With the left mouse button, click on the 'OK' button to save your settings and close the 'Options' dialog box.

Step 7: With the left mouse button, click on the 'Close' button to close the 'Windows Messenger' program.

Step 8: With the left mouse button, click on the 'Start' button.

Step 9: With the left mouse button, click on the 'Turn Off Computer' button.

Step 10: With the left mouse button, click on the 'Restart' button.

The Objective The objective is to show you how to get computer tasks done quickly and easily. Step-by-step!

Lee Indy

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