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    can't access certain files

    I'm using Windows XP Home. Mozilla Firefox. I'm unable to access files in My Documents, and I can't even get Control Panel in order to do a System Restore. I can get online OK, but can't work offline. Each time I switch off, the PC installs 4 updates. It seems odd to have 4 updates each time...
    • fsyozabil
    • Thread
    • access explorer files infection issue malware problem restore solution solved system task manager windows
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Windows XP
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    Help - wuauclt.exe encountered a problem and needs to close

    just started gettin this error wuault.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close can anyone help cheers
    • useless1
    • Thread
    • agent close download encountered explorer fix infected install internet latest malware problem resolved solution solved spyware update version virus windows wuauclt.exe wuault.exe
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Windows XP
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    Vista Boot. Help Plz

    Hi i have this problem and i can explain it below. Ok. My laptop is a hp Dv9628 Here is what happens: Step 1: HP SCREEN(PRESS F10 FOR BIOS ETC.) Step 2: windows loading bar loads. Step 3: Vista Startup Flash plays Step 4:welcome screen shows Here is were the problem lies. Screen goes black...
    • Sneddon
    • Thread
    • advanced black blinking boot cursor fixed problem safe mode screen solution solved strange vista windows
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Windows Vista
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    CD/DVD drives not recognised

    Hi. Not sure if I have same problem as another post but my CD and DVD drives dont work. When checking with device manager I get message Windows cannot start hardware device.Its config info in the registry is incomplete or damaged CODE 19. Should I try the fix suggested to the registry?
    • rag268
    • Thread
    • archive cd drive cd-rw drive download dvd drive easy fixed media not detected problem registry restart solved
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: DVD/CD/Printer/Scanner
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    Very slow to boot-up

    Hi What would be the reason for a slow startup...as it restarts and you've got the Windows XP logo on the black screen with a blue thinking bar moving across in blocks which goes at a normal speed then slows completely down and takes 5-10 minutes to get back up to speed then move onto the...
    • pensham
    • Thread
    • blue blue bar boot bottom dvd drive error loading problem slow slowly windows
    • Replies: 17
    • Forum: Windows XP
  6. R

    PC turns itselsf off and Restarts

    I've got a problem that is driving me mad... i recently cleared my hard drive started from scratch . my problem revolves around certain progams for example if i launch any type of media player to play music or to watch a film without any codecs installed...it works absolutely fine but as soon...
    • rhodahoarse
    • Thread
    • 1000008e code drivers error fixed formatted needed problem reinstalled solution solved
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Power Supply Units
  7. GreyCell1988

    Weird Music Problem

    Ok guys hi again, another day another problem haha! This ones a bit strange. Basically when i try to play any music in any media player, it wont work, BUT if i try to open it again a second time, it will play....its really weird and totally beyond my understanding, as well its plain stupid lol...
    • GreyCell1988
    • Thread
    • attempt audio codec fixed music problem solved sound time weird works
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Windows Vista
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    Built PC - Please Help With Problem!

    hi, i have started a project of building a pc desktop and i bought all the parts from ebuyer i connected it all up and so on ect ect. now when i press the power on button on the case they fans start spinning the lights light up and everything seems to be working but the screen goes straight in...
  9. R

    MS Office 2007 updates failing to install on XP Pro

    Hi I have recently had to reinstall MS Office 2007 due to a registry error I was receiving in PowerPoint. Since reloading the whole office suite back onto my laptop windows updates have appeared for the different office programs. I have checked Add & Remove programs and none appear but each...
    • russbarnes
    • Thread
    • closed critical edition enterprise fail hybrid important install 2007 issue microsoft office problem updates vendor
    • Replies: 77
    • Forum: Business Applications
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    Zonealarm

    Hi my wireless network had a problem and I had to reset everything (Speedtouch 585 v6 and speedtouch wireless). My problem now is that if I start Zonealarm I cannot connect to the internet. I am using windows firewall at the moment but, would prefer Zonealarm. I seem to have all the right IPs...
    • ellanvannin54
    • Thread
    • firewall fix internet permissions problem protection security solved zonealarm
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: Networking
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    Radio Just Randomly comes ON!!

    Hi guys please help - I Installed Vista Ultimate - and 2 weeks later - what seems to be american radio stations just randomly start blasting through my speakers for about 5 secs and then stops. Happens 2 times a day normaly and i'm really freaked out! :(:(:(:(:( - Tried Anti Virusing - ad aware...
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