Generally the patch will only be vital if you are getting crashes or to play multiplayer.
Looking at the error, it either can't find an installed file or a file in the patch. If its a file in the patch, redownloading from a different source may solve it.
I figured it out. Jacks not looking to protect the kids or whatever his usual line of bullshit is, hes frightened of us because he genuinley believes that we are all highly skilled killers.
Jack, relax. If we really were highly trained killers, somone would have killed you long ago. You have...
Saints right. This could well be an end of the half life series, at least in its current form. Given that it is the seminal game series for many of us, it needs to be perfect.
Thanks for the replys guys, some good suggestions here :)
The reason I have to use the crappy nipple mouse is that I only use the laptop in the car when waiting for customers to get home, so I have no where to put a mouse.
Anyone know of any small games that would run on a crap laptop? I spend a lot of time on the road, and solitaire is losing its apeal after the millionth game. I can't exagerate the crapness of this laptop to much. It does run XP, but only just.
Also, I have a stupid nipple mouse, so anything...
Also, i think you misunderstand the meaning of apocalyptic. If you really have genuine pictures of a post apocalptic car, then they pale in comparison to either your time machine, or space ship that can travel the gallaxy...
Hard to diagnose easily. When it drops, how do you get it back on? Do you have to wait a while and then it starts working again, or reboot the laptop or what?
Also, check if your wifi tool has some power saving setting that disables the connection after x amount of time.