Extract from KB article :-
"Error Message: The Initialization of the Help Center Failed"
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/274736/en-us


"Windows Me Help and Support requires that WMI is set up correctly. WMI
makes Windows manageable by using a single, consistent, standards-based,
extensible and object-orientated interface. WMI is the Microsoft
implementation of Web-Based Enterprise Management (WBEM), an industry
initiative to develop a standard technology for accessing management
information in an enterprise environment. The purpose of this initiative is
to help companies lower their total cost of ownership by enabling powerful
enterprise-class management of systems, programs, and devices. Many
companies are participating in the WBEM initiative, including BMC Software,
Cisco Systems, Compaq Computer, Intel, and Microsoft."

Mart



"mike" wrote in message
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how can i turn off or remove wmi? do I need it if I dont have a network or
block others from using my pc?