[TheForge] Computer question

[Andy Vida]

Chris Caswell wrote:
> 
> A selective startup means you choose what items are loaded at startup-this
> eliminates wasting resources on programs that are used infrequently.
> (Run-type msconfig and click on startup) 

	Oh, that. OK, now I know what you're talking about.

	Comuter jargon... sheesh. :)

> I did not open the case nor drop
> the computer.  Maybe it just died?

	It could well have done just that.  It happens more often
	than people thing.

	You can get a CD-ROM drive for as little as $20 these days,
	so I would not even bother messing with it.  Just buy a new
	one, install it and the drivers, and continue on.