Command line behavior has changed

I have Windows XP SP2 Home with all the updates.

I used to be able to invoke the "Run" command line from the Start menu
and, for example, type commands such as "ipconfig". The computer would
then open a simili DOS window and display the IP configuration of my
computer.

Now, when I type a command such as "ipconfig" the DOS window opens, the
data starts to display but the window quikcly closes.

If I type only "cmd", the DOS window opens and remain opened. I can
then type the "ipconfig" command at the DOS prompt and everything
displays as expected.

What has caused this change??

I am puzzled and I would like to resolve.

Thank you,

.

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