Weird problem with my OS (WinXP)

[CrazyIrishman]

I have an annoying problem that I believe is connected to my OS--WinXP with SP 2,

At different intervals a box pops up on the screen asking if you want to work offline. This happens whether or not I'm online.

When I go to the drop-down box that has "Work Offline" near the bottom I see a CHECK mark next to it. After I uncheck the mark it reappears a little later WITHOUT doing anything. Its almost like it has a mind of its own.

I sometimes run an anti-spyware program offline and I play games offline but thats it! I've never put a check next to "Work Offline" .

It might not sound like much but its just as annoying as advertising pop-up ads. So far no one can shed any light on why this happens OR how to stop it.

Anyone have a clue? I would greatly appreciate any suggestions y'all can offer!


Thanks,

CI

[enhanced08]

This happens to me when I first install an OS and try to connect to the net. Once I click connect it never shows up again.

Try running the internet connection wizard again, someone else may have a better answer for ya.

[CrazyIrishman]

Enhanced,

This has been going on for the past couple months and now its become more frequent. The OS was installed about 18-24 months ago. For all I know it may be time to R n R the OS.

Thanks for LMK what your experience was with it.

Heck,if ti was an advertising pop-up at least I would have something to read! LOL