Q79800: PRB: Pen-Based Computer Unavailable While Running AfterDark

Article: Q79800
Product(s): Microsoft Visual Basic for Windows
Version(s): 1.0
Operating System(s): 
Keyword(s): 
Last Modified: 18-FEB-2000

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The information in this article applies to:

- Microsoft Windows for Pen Computing, version 1.0 
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SYMPTOMS
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In the Microsoft Windows for Pen Computing environment, when the AfterDark
screen saver application runs a password-protected screen saver on a pen-based
computer that has no keyboard attached, it is not possible to regain control of
the machine.

NOTE: The AfterDark screen saver application is manufactured by a vendor
independent of Microsoft; we make no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding
this products' performance or reliability.

CAUSE
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Apparently, AfterDark installs a hook function and eliminates all mouse activity
when it installs a password-protected screen saver; this disables pen input as
well.

Additional query words: 1.00

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Keywords          :  
Technology        : kbWinPenSearch kbZNotKeyword3 kbWinPen100
Version           : :1.0
Issue type        : kbprb

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