Why can't I enable the Run command?

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i checked the run command and ok, but it still doesn't show on the start menu? how do i find it?

what keys is the "windows" key?

I HAVE ENABLED the run command but it still doesn't show...What now?

My computer running Win 2000 is virtually hijacked by some virus. Though I did run the AV, The 'Run' Command window still does not show, clicking regedit32.exe / regedit.exe gives the message "Disabled by Administrator'. It is a Standalone System installed at home. How do I make the Run Command appear in such a case? and how do I regain control of my computer...ie how do i remove that Administrator...One Thing is for sure and that is the Administrator cannot be disabled from the Administrative Tools... It says cannot disable 'Built in Administrator Accounts'. Looking forward to a solution at the earliest

Thanks, I sorted out the question

Tushar i was working on a computer that had this problem where Registry editing was disabled by an administrator and i came across a form that provided a link to a scrip that will change the settings so you will have access again to the registry. The download page for the scrip is here: http://www.dougknox.com/security/scripts_desc/regtools.htm

you r realy great man i apreciate your work about windows xp and inform me also. due to viruses my control pannel was disable and with the help of your article i enable it in very short time thnx for this

My Pc has been infected by a virus which disables Task manger,regedit,control panel,the programs on my menu the disk drives in my computer heaven knows what else can anyone assit me ive been trying for a week now

Thanks so much for this explanation. It was ver very useful for me.

You are the best !!! I found some other stuff that helped me get Task manager and Regedit back they were little programs called Registryfix, EnableTM and TaskManagerFix just google them and you will find them. Offcourse the Run prompt was gone as well and no one was able to figure it out but you. You are a real genious my friend. Thank you, thank you.
Herb.

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