Why do I have to re-install my programs every now and then when I switch on my computer.

Recently I am finding that every now and then when I switch on my computer or restart that my programs seem to be uninstalled. I click 'control panel' and 'add/remove programs' and the box is empty with no programs in it. Under the start menu, the programs are still listed but when I click on them or on the shortcuts they dont work. I have to reinstall all of them, including the display and audio discs. Also, when entering user names and passwords on websites the computer is very slow at entering what I have just typed. usually when I re-visit certain websites my user name is usually automatically filled in and i just have to enter my password, but I am finding that I have to enter my user name too. Also, I click' outlook express' and it takes quite a few minutes before it appears.

I am not running any anti virus software, but I will install Norton anti virus today to see if that helps. My daughters use msn hotmail and get a lot of junk mail but are under strict instructions to delete anything that they are not familiar with without opening. I also use Kazaa and wonder if this could have anything to do with it.

Mrs Childs

This question was answered on November 14, 2003. Much of the information contained herein may have changed since posting.

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I think your computer my just need more RAM (memory) You may want to upgrade.

Colleen Foster

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Posted by Student of Katharine Gibbs School - New York on November 14, 2003

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