When ever I log on to my lap top, system 32 always appears on my desk top... how do I stop this from happening.

You have a profile error. Not easily fixed over the net. Someone will have to look at your computer to fix it. Sorry. Be careful you don't lose your data when trying to fix it - BACK IT UP!

Hmmm... look below... good answer.

Howdy:

Couple of fixes here and not that hard to do..

System32 Folder Opens When Logging on to Windows XP"

Or, the second column of line 260 here from Kellys-Korner
Troubleshooting Windows XP, Tweaks and Fixes for Windows XP

Suggest you try the second one first!

Murray