well, i can only help u with one thing, when explorer is down, like windows,
not internet, just check for updates, it used to happen to me, when it was
down, i would go to start menu, click my computer; of course it didnt come
up, but then, i use task manager to end the process, and since u opened my
computer, it restarts explorer, then, its fresh (for a little bit of time)
and u can go online and get updates

"Joe Ashley" wrote:

> Did a total system recovery.All music and most programs were
> there(afterwards), but a lot of strange behavior afterwards.Such as right
> clicking on items in programs menu.Cause a small flash like menu opened and
> closed quickly.but nothing happens.Also folders that were made private in
> some profiles are now inaccesible(profile folders were still available after
> recovery).Certain folders opened in explorere cause a feeze of explorer(must
> use task manager to quit)but doesn't effect other explorer windows
> opened.Also not all programs on computer are listed in ADD/REMOVE programs
> list although they work.So far i've been able to re - install most progs and
> most games were still available.
>
> I am not sure what other info is needed.But can provide any needed
> I have installed all security updtes since recovery.
> I have an HP Media Center PC 1270n.
>
> Joe