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what is User32.dll and is it a malicious file

the file is in system folder, so I think it should be a normal system file. But every time windows starts up, it will quickly freeze up. I opened Task Manager and found User32.dll took up 89% CPU. It...

secsee1

Program Removal

How is it that when you delete or remove programs (using control panel/add or remove programs) on Windows XP it shows them as being deleted but if you go into system restore to an earlier date they...

styley

Computer running slower recently.

I've run ccleaner a few times and defragmented it but it just seems to be running slower recently. Is there anything else that I can do to speed it up a bit? It's 4 or 5 years old now so that may be a...

bubba28

Laptop Keyboard

I'm having a major problem with my laptop, everytime I press the .(dot) button it types mvxzc and presses return? I have scanned it for viruses with AVG, spybot and exterminator virus remover, but...

Boriyako

Simple backup programme?

I ahve recently woken up to the fact that I should have a full backup in case my laptop dies. Can anyone recommend a simple (VERY simple) programme. I purchased an iomega portable drive which gives me...

Dusty Bin

WEP Password

Before my next door neighbour had broadband, I gave her a WEP password that I got from the helpline run by the manufacturers of the wireless router I have. I now want to change my WEP password so...

telboy1938

Outlook Express on my phone

Hi Guys, I'm trying to get myself into the 21st century by getting a 500MB bolt-on to my Nokia 6303i mobile in order to send & collect my Outlook Express emails BUT I haven't a clue how I go about...

glenbar

Wireless mouse problem

I stopped using my wireless mouse for a few weeks and now it wont work at all. Have uninstalled then reinstalled it and checked the batteries with no luck. Does anyone have any idea what could be...

rowanwitch

having a windows 7 nightmare

when I switch on windows fails to load... do the 'repair restore thing and it starts up then when I switch off it loads updates which cause the problem to recur... as it reinstalls the update that is...

icemaiden

Really annoyed....

I have a desktop pc, about three years old, ran on Vista. About a year ago I bought an upgrade disc to replace Vista with windows 7 (this is what was recommended on the microsoft website). Installed...

Explorer-8

Slow computer

From the time I press the "on" switch to the time it takes for all the icons to show on the desktop, then for Internet Explorer to show the home page equals 7 minutes. I have done an...

pede9466

My PC won't start

My desktop computer won't start. It keeps sticking on "starting windows", and I have to force a shutdown. This has been happening intermittently, but now I can't get it to start at all. It...

ZebUK

WLAN on laptop defaults to disabled

Friend got a laptop back from PC World repairs and he has to keep holding down the Fn key and enabling it every time he boots up. Not the end of the world but any idea how this can be permanently...

sad old git

anti virus

Hi All. I recently bought a new desktop pc as my 8year old one seems to be wearing out just like me. This machine comes with Windows7 installed which is taking some getting used to after XP. however;...

looobylooo

sd card keeps freezing up laptop

hi can anyone give me an idea why im having problems when i insert a camera sd card into the reader on my laptop, to view and copy photos over, please? i insert the card, go into 'my computer', click...

Hopkirk

Malwarebytes result

When I scan with Malwarebytesit snags two faults, as follows: Vendor: PUM.Disabled Security Center Item: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Securit yCenter\AntiVirusDisabledNotify The second one is...

spotit3

Configuring Windows Updates

Each time I turn on my Dell laptop it tells me to wait while it configures Windows updares. Then it says Configuring Windows Updates 0% complete. Do not turn off your computer. Afte aiting about 5...

elcee45

Vista Sidebar

the calendar on my wiidows sidebar has stopped showing the date, any suggestions on how to fix the problem, thanks.

in a mo

Prefetch Virus Any help please

I have tried the 2 ideas thank you but so far it is still there.Any other ideas I would be so grateful for your help

Iamcazzy

Updates Windows 7

When I shut down my Widows 7 PC, there's a notification on the shut down button that updates are ready to be installed. The PC closes down as normal after it's done what's necessary. When I boot up...

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