FALSE, UNREAD MESSAGES ON XP WELCOME SCREEN

Download and install TweakUI: Microsoft PowerToys for Windows XP (TweakUI)

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/pro/downloads/powertoys.asp

After installing, go to Start | Programs | PowerToys for Windows XP | TweakUI. Expand "Logon" and uncheck "Show unread mail on Welcome screen".

Note: Unread message alerts may indicate you have unread messages not only in Outlook Express, but Hotmail and/or MSN email accounts as well.