Re: XP locks constantly

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cisco_kid_too wrote:

I have a new XP Pro installation. Worked fine for about 2 weeks. Now the
computer will lock every time I try to start a program. If I go to
TaskManager and end the task, I can start the program with no problem.
The screensaver will not click in, I'm assuming for the same reason.
Never seen anything like this. Any ideas?



You haven't provided enough information. What is the malware status of the system? Have you done a thorough scan in safe mode using a variety of programs to scan for viral and non viral malware?

THE PARASITE FIGHT
Finding, Removing & Protecting Yourself From Scumware
http://aumha.org/a/parasite.htm

Richard Harper’s Guide to Cleaning Pests
http://rgharper.mvps.org/cleanit.htm

PC Hell Spyware and Adware Removal Help
http://www.pchell.com/support/spyware.shtml

If the system is clean try a system restore to before the problem started.


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Rock
MS MVP  Windows - Shell/User

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