Why two Windows Folders in Local Disc?

I see what you mean. I'll have a look at the links first and see what I can sort out then post if necessary. I'll let you know how I get on.

It might, but I do not know how to set up the network properly, which is why I suggested you post in Vista and label your question "Proper network setup with XP and Vista".

It might be why xp is not working, please check at the vista forum.

Here are some articles that may help:

http://forums.techguy.org/networking/545552-how-do-i-network-my.html

http://www.quepublishing.com/articles/article.aspx?p=1165037

http://www.dummies.com/how-to/computers-software/operating-systems/windows-xp-vista/hardware-system-maintenance/network-set-up.html

I don't have a problem with the operation of my Vista. When I disconnect it, it makes no difference to XP. I just wondered if, considering the Network Icons and settings showing on XP, whether they were correct.

Hmmmm, I have not worked with networks, here is the link for Vista and Networking problemsL

http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_vista-networking?tab=unanswered&tm=1359561652078

Please, post another question there with reference to this thread. (just right click on the address bar, copy, and in the question box, right click and paste)

That would be for networking.

However, if you disconnect the other pc, Is XP okay?

If we can get xp up and away, then can work on the networking.

Thanks for your perseverance. There are no errors showing in Device Manager event viewer, so I'll give that a miss.

The Gateway icon has disappeared and must have been to do with the new router. I now have :-

Local Area Connection - showing status enabled, connected, firewalled,

1394 connection - showing status disabled,

Internet Connection - showing disconnected,

Broadband Connection - showing disconnected, firewalled.

Could the last item be the wireless connection for my Vista laptop which is networked to my XP? If so, it still shows disconnected along with the Internet Connection even when the laptop is on. Does this look normal?

Unfortunately, I cannot perform any downloads for the Malware. They all freeze.

If all else fails, I'll try the reset, which according to Talktalk might become a bit involved.