OK, fine, I understand.

The question now is what is the solution?

If I cannot uninstall, reinstall or Add Features, then there are only 2 options:

1. Reinstall XP and all apps. No way Jose.

2. There is some advice on cleaning the system of Office, but it's a hassle and there is no guarantee this will solve it. In which case, add the hassle reinstalling XP.

In other words, no solution. SO I'll have to live without a spell checker.

Thanx for your help.