If it was there and only recently vanished, try System Restore and go back in time to when it was present.
start/all programs/accessories/system tools/system restore
Your data will not be affected, but any installs you made after the restoration date you choose will need to be reinstalled (that includes windows updates)
If it was never there (or at least hasn't been for a while) try System File Checker
start/run...
sfc /scannow (space after the C)
put in your XP CD
Any missing or corrupted files will be repaired (takes about 20 minutes)
Report back if this doesn't help
Disk Defrag doesnt work. A message pops up :
Snapin failed to initilize
DISK DEFRAGMENTER
CLSID{43668E21-2636-11D1-A1CE.0080C8159345}
Can any one help?
Wally.

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