Changed services.msc and now...

Factual Questions
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Changed some items in services.msc and now every time I take my laptop out of standby it says “computer has been locked and needs to be unlocked.” Any idea which service I need to turn back on to make it go away?

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Presumably this some version of MS Windows.

For Win2K and XP password lock on screen saver/standby is not controlled in services, this is controlled by screensaver and/or power settings.

For the two versions I mentioned, the quick way to reset is:

  1. On your desktop, right click on any blank area
  2. On the pop up menu, select “properties”
  3. On the “Display Properties” dialog box, select the middle tab, labeled “Screensaver”
  4. In the middle, under the screensaver selection drop down, there is a check box to the right of the time setting. Uncheck this box if it is checked, and click the “Apply” button"
  5. If you clicked ok by accident and closed the dialog, repeat steps 1-3
  6. Under the screen saver info, there is an area labeled “Monitor Power”. Click the “Power” button
  7. This brings up the “Power Options Properties” dialog
  8. Select the “Advanced” tab
  9. Under options, uncheck the “Prompt for password when computer resumes from standby” check box.
  10. Click “apply” then “ok” to close the “Power Options” dialog
  11. Click “ok” to close the “Display Properties” dialog
  12. Enjoy your unlocked settings

I don’t use Vista at home or work, so I don’t know off hand if the method is identical for that version, but I am pretty sure the settings are controlled in the same areas.

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That fixed it. Thanks so much.