"Malcolm" <Malcolm@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:E297F55F-EB63-4EB4-93EC-F3056FF22B8A@microsoft.com...
> OS:windows xp professional version 2002 service pack 2
>
> I recently had problems with my pc, ran chkdsk(or whatever the program is
> that runs before windows starts), got a lot of errors and eventually had the
> drive replaced with a new one and what i thought was the latest version of xp
> pro(see OS at top). However this version does not show my minimized
> programs, nor does it allow me to move the task bar to the side, top etc. If
> i dont have the latest version(im gonna go kill the pc guy) can I download it
> and install or do i have to go back to the shop and have it installed by the
> pc guy(who i will still kill )?
>
> Thanks in advance
>


See if this helps with the programs not minimizing to Taskbar problem.

Courtesy of Kelly Theriot, MS-MVP
Taskbar Repair Plus Tool
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/taskbarplus!.htm

If you'd rather not download the program, you can run the
script available here.

Line 240, left hand column, Programs Aren't Minimized in
Taskbar
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

Repositioning the Taskbar is accomplished by right clicking on it, unchecking
Lock the Taskbar, and dragging it to where you want it located. Recheck Lock the
Taskbar when you're done so you don't inadvertently move it later.

Note: The version of XP Pro that you list at the top of your question is the
latest. If you paid for a new copy of XP, you should have received an
installation CD along with the Certificate of Authenticity and 25 digit CD key.
The COA and key may be on a sticker attached to your computer.

Just to be on the safe side you might want to go to Windows Update and check for
any updates. It also wouldn't hurt to go to this site to see whether he
installed a legitimate copy of Windows.

Click on the Validate Windows button.
http://www.microsoft.com/genuine/def...displaylang=en

Good luck

Nepatsfan