>>I installed .NET first then realized I need IIS components so went into XP setup and added them. then I reran .NET setup and added the Web Services stuff.
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>Have you rebooted since you installed? I'd try uninstalling and reinstalling VS.NET if IIS was installed after VS.NET.
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>Also, you say you commented out the HelloWorld example, are there any Web Methods in the web service?


I mean uncommented. Also tried with other examples from various articles.
Seems like a problem with IIS but I don't know.
I Have rebooted...

I will uninstall .NET then reinstall again ( I want Enterprise Architect anyways...)

that'll keep me busy for a while...