Unable to execute programs

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From: Joe (joe.brandt_at_us.ing.com)
Date: 06/28/04 

Date: Mon, 28 Jun 2004 09:38:49 -0700

I have a notebook with W2K Pro loaded. After it loads to
the desktop, I am unable to execute any programs (ex:
notepad, IE, etc). It comes up with a screen that asks
what application to you want to open this with. Any ideas?
Thanks.

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