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administrative tools etc. windows close automatically

Feb 22, 2005 7:14AM PST

Windows XP
When I hit ctrl+alt+del the usual window pops up for 1-2 seconds and then automatically closes. the same goes for any program I launch from the administrative tools section of the control panel. They work in safe mode.
Is there a resident program running that closes them on me? I can't check the running processes, obviously.
Has this happened to anyone? Possible remedies?
thanks in advance,
-bj-

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oops, wrong forum
Feb 22, 2005 7:19AM PST

I just realized i posted this in the incorrect forum, apologies. It is now also posted in the virus/security section.
-bj-

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Administrative Tools Closes
May 9, 2005 9:48AM PDT

Just wondering if you figured out what the problem was - it's happening to me too. Thanks!