Thanks to my relentless efforts to get Windows XP reinstalled, and Clint's efforts to fix the cable modem, I finally have the internet back, along with my HP Pavilion computer. ^_^ Of course, since there's still a chance of me losing internet because even this new computer acts up, I won't be downloading any IM programs until I am confident that this computer won't act up again. If it does, then Clint will buy a new computer on Saturday.