Tom wrote:


> With respect to IE6, Word, Access there are no error messages and the
> event viewer says that the application is running.
>
> Have not checked for any Malware or anything else as I did not wanted
> to get some feedback to try to identify the problem first.
>
> How would you recommend to check for Malware?

>>> Hi
>>>
>>> Using XP Pro on my pc something has happened to cause applications
>>> not to open i.e. IE6, Word, Access
>>>
>>> Have tried booting up using Last known good configuration but with
>>> same results.
>>>
>>> Any suggestions as to what is causing the problem and how to correct
>>> would be appreciated

Here are general malware removal steps. Follow them systematically and
then, when you know the machine is 100% virus/malware, if you are still
having problems post back with the results of your troubleshooting.

http://www.elephantboycomputers.com/...moving_Malware

Malke
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