[dashir]

I read an article on PCWorld on how to bypass the Welcome Screen in Windows XP and go directly to the desktop. Problem is I now want to go back to the way things were: I want to start my computer and see the Welcome Screen withh the list of users. How do I do that? 8)

[ac160]

You will have to go to the control panel then user accounts. The link below might be of some help. [url]http://www.microsoft.com/resources/documentation/windows/xp/all/proddocs/en-us/ualogonatwelcomepagew.mspx?mfr=true

[dashir]

I have tried going into the User Accounts part of the Control Panel and and have checked the Use Welcome Screen Box. I have also tried checking the Use Fast User Switching box, but it doesn't "stick". I click Apply, go back in and it's unchecked again. What now? I would assume I should at least get the Welcome Screen, because the Use Welcome Screen Box is checked.Does anyone know of another way to change things back for me? :cry:

[dashir]

Hate to answer my own question, but this might help those who view this thread:I went to the microsoft.com expertzone and checked the windowsxp forum there and learned you can RUN control userpasswords2 and check "Users must enter a user name and password..." on the Users tab. :P