When you open Services MMC applet in a Windows XP computer, the Server service may be missing. Also, you may be unable to share your files and printers across the network. This problem happens if the File and Printer Sharing service is not installed in your computer. Follow these steps to reinstate the Server service in Windows XP:
1. Click Start, Run. Type ncpa.cpl and press {ENTER}
2. Right-click on the LAN connection, and choose Properties
3. Click Install
4. Select Service, and click Add
5. Select File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks
6. Click OK.
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