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The freeware product Dunce 2.52, available from http://www.vecdev.com/dunce.html will do what you want.
The originals probably wouldn't help anyway, they're usually pretty
generic. I'm not aware of any setting in either autoexec.bat or config.sys
that would cause what you describe, but that doesn't mean that's no the
cause. Windows
95 itself doesn't need either of these files to function, they're usually
needed only if you're running some older DOS program which must have something
set up in one of these files. I'd start by, renaming the files (to
Autoexec.ba and Config.sy) and rebooting. If the problem persists,
these files are not the cause. If it goes away, and you do need to
load these files, try booting from a floppy, then editing your autoexec.bat
and config.sys files by placing "rem"
(without the "'s) in front of every line in each file (except the first
one in config.sys). Reboot from the hard drive and
see if the problem occurs. If not, the command you just rem'd out is
the culprit. If the problem persists, edit the files again, removing
one rem each time (and then rebooting) until the culprit is
discovered. It can be a long tedious
process if your config.sys and autoexec.bat files are large, but by
process of elimination, you'll find the problem. Depending on what
you did, it could be a combination of commands causing the problem.
That will make it more difficult to find, but keep at it and you'll et
it eventually.
FWIW, I have copied my autoexec.bat file to a file called autoexec.tab,
and config.sys to config.yss ever since
I did something similar to what you describe (back in the dark ages
of DOS, when these were much more critical).
That way I always have the last working version available.
Just remember to update these files after adding or editing the working
copies when you're sure any changes made didn't mess things up.
Yes, but it will be safest to do so with windows NOT running.
These files are temporary files used by windows
which are automatically deleted at shut down. Some of them are
left behind (not deleted) when windows crashes
or is improperly shut down. DO NOT delete these files during
a windows session. Exit windows and re-start in
DOS mode. Any TMP files remaining may then be safely deleted.
Check after your next proper shut down and
there should be none left.
You can use the instructions in the next paragraph if MS Plus is installed.
If MS Plus isn't installed, download the
170Kb "Smooth Fonting upgrade for Win95"(w95gray) from Microsoft's
website: http://www.microsoft.com.
The download is FREE, and once downloaded, just double-left click on
the file and it will install itself.
To change My Computer or Recycle Bin icons:
RIGHT-click on an empty space on the Desktop and select PROPERTIES.
Then click on the PLUS Tab. There you'll find the ability to
change the My Computer and Recycle Bin icons.
(Click on the icon that you wish to change. Then click
on the "Change Icon" button.) You should be able to
easily figure it out.)
You can also find additional icons located in this file:
C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM\PIFMGR.DLL
Just place this file name in the box, once you've clicked on the "Change
Icon" button.
This tip thanks to John Motsie
This is the battery which holds the date, drive settings, etc for your
computer. If it dies, your date will be incorrect,
and it is very likely that your computer will no longer recognize your
hard drive, so you need to replace it soon.
You're lucky, a great many units don't provide a warning.
Your computer's manual should tell you where the battery is located.
If you can't find that, call a local computer store and ask them where
you would find it on your model computer. Once you know where, open
the case,
remove it, write down any identifying numbers, etc. from it then go
to your local computer store or wherever you
bought the computer and get a replacement. I usually put the old battery
back in while I'm getting its replacement,
but that may not be, strictly speaking, necessary. Anyway, install
the new battery and you're all set. In the 2 or 3
boxes I've done this to, it's usually been located near the front of
the box and fairly easy to identify. It's generally a
fairly simple procedure to do.
Install Client for MicroSoft Networks (whether you're on a network or
not). Go to control panel\network, double click on add, then client,
then Microsoft, then Client for Microsoft Networks....OK. Then Primary
Logon=Windows Logon
Then select Client for Microsoft Networks, properties, then double
click on "Quick Logon". This will prompt you for a password at startup.
Leave it blank and you can just click on okay or hit enter when it appears.
Set up your DialUpNetworking (DUN), and the checkbox to save password should
now be available.
I believe the latest version of DUN can do this without setting up the Client for Microsoft Networks, check Microsoft's site for it ( http://www.microsoft.com ). An alternative is a piece of freeware called DUNCE (Dial Up Networking Command Enhancement, or something like that). It can solve this problem a well as perform auto log on, auto re-dial at a busy signal, and a bunch more. It's available from many shareware sites or directly from the author at: http://www.vecdev.com/
You also might want to check out: http://www.zdnet.com/pcmag/pctech/content/16/21/os1621.001.html
for a PC Magazine article on "Solving the Mysterious Save Password
Problem".
Or Microsoft's web site:
Save Password Check Box Is Unavailable
http://support.microsoft.com/support/kb/articles/Q137/3/61.asp
Dial-Up Networking Password Is Not Saved
http://support.microsoft.com/support/kb/articles/Q148/9/25.asp
