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That could be because that key is a GUID (Globally Unique IDentifier), and that different versions of Windows generate that GUID in a different manner. Registry value (Default) for every key in Class should specify the class name. I use Windows XP Professional, Service Pack 2, and have the same GUID/regedit key as you.

Here is a even simpler solution (by my opinion of course): Right click on Start button Click on Properties in the right-click popup menu to open up the Properties window Select Advanced Tab (you should find it below the title bar) Deselect the "Highlight newly installed programs" checkbox Press OK and off you go