GeordieLad

Problem: Numeric Keyboard Shortcuts for Line Spacing not working correctly in Word 2000. For convenience I’ve set up line spacing shortcuts via the numeric keypad; ie, Tools > Customize > Keyboard > Categories (All Commands) > Commands (SpacePara1, 1.5 or 2) using Num+1, Num+5 and Num+2 respectively so that Ctrl+Numeric Value will give single, 1.5 line and double line spacing. Recently, however, this does not work for ANY of them – although Ctrl+1, 5 or 2 on the main keyboard DOES give the appropriate line spacing. Additionally, Ctrl+Num5 simply highlights everything. Most peculiar! I’ve run Word Help’s Detect & Repair but the fault remains – but I’m not sure if it’s a Word fault or elsewhere in the PC? Norton’s WinDoctor shows no problem and both keypads appear to work normally in non-Word applications. In particular, Ctrl+Num5 highlighting seems to affect only Word and Wordpad. Can anyone explain what mighty be wrong – and where? I’m reluctant to do a full uninstall and reinstall of Word - or Windows because I’m still using XP and may have a problem reregistering an obsolete OS with Microsoft. Whatever, I’m looking for pointers to the cause of the problem – and, hopefully, a solution. Any advice will be welcomed GeordieLad

Hi Nev, Many thanks for that advice - and YES I'd be happy to try your cloning solution. My current system is HP/Compaq DX2000MT with a 40GB HDD. I also have spare HDDs at least as large (some MUCH larger and all with USB access) and would be happy to consider any suggestions. If you can be specific as to what to do I'd appreciate it. Regards GeordieLad

Installing pre-saved Windows updates I've followed ehow.com's instruction for How to Save Windows XP Updates to Install on Another System and now have 111 folders containing 127 files. Is there any easy way to install these other than clicking on every .exe file and is the order of installation important. Also, what if some updates are already present on my system? Any advice will be welcomed. Regards GeordieLad

Is it possible (and where/how) to download AND SAVE all updates for WinXP before 8th April? I emphasise SAVE because I'd like to do more that simply update my systems, particularly if I have to reinstall XP at any future date (I'm reluctant to upgrade and certainly don't want Win 8 at any price). I have used AutoPatcher in the past but my antivirus program (AVG) flags this up as a threat so I'd like to find a reliable alternative. I'll be grateful for any advice. Regards GeordieLad