Did you try the Esc key?
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"bob" <bob DeleteThis @discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
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>i have windows xp home with service pack 2 . when i play a video file the
> monitor goes to full screen without any controls being available on the
> screen. keyboard entries do nothing (ie control + alt + delete). i get
> control back by momentairly hitting the power off and then reboot with F8
> option.
>
> i also get the same problem using real player.
>
> >> Stay informed about: Full Screen No Keyboard control