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new duplicate user account in XP

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Hi, How would I create a new user account in XP (admin or limited account) but to be a duplicate of an existing user (the same settings exactly, startmenu, desktop, etc.) many thanks

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1. Open Control Panel 2. Double-Click "User Accounts" 3. Click "Create New Account" 4. Wizard will guide you through permissions

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I've already did that, and I have to adjust the settings from scratch again. What I want is an exact duplicate of an existing account. appreciate your help

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Name: J A Dean
Date: January 27, 2004 at 12:59:41 Pacific

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go to Control Panel >> System >> Advanced Under User Profiles select Settings You will have the option of copying an existing user profile to another user.

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