Stop error message in windows xp with service pack 2: "STOP 0x0000001a: MEMORY_MANAGEMENT" or "STOP 0x0000000a: IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL"

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SYMPTOMS

A computer that is running Microsoft Windowx XP with service pack 2 crashes. You may receive one of the following stop error message.

Error Message1

Error Message2

CAUSE

This problem occurs because of a race condition in the memory manager.

RESOLUTION

Method 1: Install security update 931784 (Recommended)
To install the most current update, visit the following microsoft web site:
http://www.windowsupdate.microsoft.com

To install the most current update, visit the following microsoft web site:
http://www.windowsupdate.microsoft.com