What are some basic scripts that I can run on my p.c. that would be
fun and more importantly benificial for scripting practice.  I am
currently between semesters.  I am studying information systems.  We
have not covered scripting yet, but I would like to start on my own. 
I am having a hard time deciding wich language to use.  And where
exactly to start.  I guess I need a scripting for dummies lesson. 
Please start with the most simplest instructions.  How to run scripts
on my p.c.  Thank you very much!

What kind of scripts? You mean, applications on your windows xp?

Cheers!
Rajiv

Yes, I guess that is what I mean.  Basically, I would like some sample
code that I can play around with.  Perhaps, a program that enables me
to save any incoming e-mail to a different folder other than my e-mail
account folder.  Or maybe, a script that enables me to count the
number of files that have been altered or opened on my p.c. throughout
the day.

Hopefully this helps.  I would like some strait forward scripts, or
code, that can be easily executed, with some interesting results.
Thank you, David!

The first time I used google answers I was pleased.  The second time
and at the presetn time I am not.  I purposely inquired on a broad
subject in hopes of a cool anwer.  It has now been about two weeks and
nothing.  I am not a computer scientist and I could have came up with
a better script in two seconds.  Come on guys, redeem yourselves!

Maybe this will help:
http://techrepublic.com.com/5100-6268-1058177.html