Logon SLOW/Hangs

[Mickey]

I have basically the same problem, but mine is not as fast
(takes longer and everything else runs slow as well).
Could this be related to the SP1 patch, since this has not
always been the case?

>-----Original Message-----
>I have a Windows XP Home Edition PC which is using
>the "family" logon (welcome screen) method for logon.
>WHenever I click any of the usernames, and enter the
>appropriate passwords, the screen changes to "Loading
your
>personal settings" and stays there for over a minute.
The
>hard drive is not being accessed, absolutely nothing is
>happening (at least that I can see/hear). Then, after a
>minute, it will move on to "applying settings" and
quickly
>logon. I have used the MSCONFIG utility and tried
>diabling all startup services...still nothing. I have
>also disabled "Welcome Screen" logon, and used the
>standard logon prompt. The "Loading your personal
>settings" still takes over a minute before the computer
>does anything. I have run Virus Scan, and there are no
>current viruses, however, I am unsure if there is any
>damage from previous viruses. There are also no Network
>Shares that are trying to MAP, and the internet is always
>on provided by a Cable connection. Any help would be
>appreciated.
>
>Thank You,
>
>Josh Agostino
>.
>

[Michael]

I hate to just say, me too, but, "me too." This is a new problem. I have had this computer with the same configuration for over a year without a problem until now. I am running spyware and antivirus programs. It still takes about 60 seconds to complete
"Loading personal settings..." I sure wish someone would answer this question. Thanks.