WMS Idle message, fixed by uninstalling Nero Scout; it comes with new Nero 7
OEM and it installs an active dektop that even when disabled to show on task
bar it still runs in background. Found several registry editing fixes to
remove unwanted Nero Scout, but opted to just uninstall the Nero 7 and
reinstall the Nero 6 (Nero 7 regular not OEM with DVD writer purchase)
Nero Scout teamed up with new Office 2003 Service Pack 3 was culprit in my
case.

"Greg Strong" wrote:

> Hello All,
>
> How can I fix the "End program - WMS idle" message when shutting down
> WinXP Pro?
>
> When I shut down WinXP Pro SP2 I receive the above message. Googling
> I've found http://support.microsoft.com/kb/921113 however it appears to
> apply to Contact Manager 2005. I do have the Contact Manager installed
> with Office Professional 2003, so I'm not sure this applies. Any
> ideals? TIA!
>
> --
> Regards,
>
> Greg Strong
>