Failed to map the path App '/GlobalResources'

I ran into this error on a machine that I use for development. Since I wasn't the original installer of the software on this machine, I can't speak to how the error came about nor have I seen it before. It occurs when IIS tries to serve any aspx page. While researching other related posts, I learned that this error is usually related to the ASPNET account permissions.

I used a free utility from Microsoft called Process Monitor (highly recommended) and set up a filter to watch only the ASP.NET process. I saw this process was getting an Access Denied error when trying to access HKCR\Interface\{70B51430-B6CA-11D0-B9B9-00A0C922E750} . I gave the ASPNET account full access to that registry entry, reset IIS, and the problem is gone.

Finally a decent winter

I love the winters in the Midwest but for the last few years, they've been rather, well-- wimpy. This year winter has returned in all of its full glory. Our family was once again reminded how to enjoy life's simple pleasures such as a warm meal on a cold day or huddling around the fireplace while watching a movie with a big bowl of popcorn.

Last week, as Winter began to loosen its grip in the Chicago area, we retreated further North to try and squeeze out every last bit of the season. We headed to Michigan's upper peninsula for a few days to take some time to 'play in the snow'. Equipped with 4 snowmobiles, we hit the trails. One of my favorite UP destinations is a waterfall named Bond Falls. It truly is a sight to behold in all seasons, but I think winter is my favorite time of year to see it.