That worked Thanks a ton! That did the trick!!
I tried compatablity modes I've tried all the settings and all combinations of settings under compatablity mode. My problem sounds a lot like...
Sims 2 freezes then crashes during splash screen P4 2.8 800mhz w/HT Abit IC7 Motherboard with Intel 875 chipset 2GB RAM 266mhz 7.89GB free on...
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