"chico" wrote

> When I open the Start Tab in Win XP Home, there is no longer a link for
> All
> programs. The list is still there in documents and settings, but the link
> is
> completely gone

Run the edit on Kelly's site:
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm
Line 154: Remove "All Programs" from Start Menu - Undo
Click on the Undo portion.

See the top of the page for info on running the edit.

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Rock [MVP - User/Shell]