It's been my outlook to not fix things unless there's a good reason.
If the resource issues come up and need help, the articles titled Optimizing Windows and Memory at http://www.aumha.org/articles.htm are useful.
If you suspect a (software) pest, then the five scans I note at http://reviews.cnet.com/5208-6132-0.html?forumID=32&threadID=1313&start=0 are a grand idea.
My terseness is my downfall, but I do answer a lot of questions and am downright annoyed at the current PLAGUE of Adware, Spyware induced problems. I've had to adopt a more forceful tone as people may not run all five scans or none since "I run an Antivirus." This tone is intentional to push the person into performing scans, doing more research or replying with more information. If I push, its because I find most need it. Not all. Some will find it harsh.
Bob
Hi Bob,
I feel at times I've been a thorn in your side, but it seems (and the tech from my ISP validated this) that my new Cable Modem and Ethernet card corrected some of my minor problems and annoyances. A for instance...I haven't had a freeze up even though I've gotten down to, and I'm embarrassed to admit it, to 3% resources, but upon noticing this I've rebooted. There are other things I've noticed, but will not elaborate on all of them. He also did remark that Windows ME stands for Mistake and when I get organized and fearless enough, I may at some time look into upgrading to XP.
Since the new installation of those two items, my computer has been running so smoothly, it's scaring me but have a smile on my face, lol.
Now if that in fact isn't what could have corrected some of my problems, then I must have an angel sitting on my shoulder.
I apologize if this wasn't the way to contact you about this, but hadn't a clue how to do it any other way.
Thanks for your past help on matters and hope they will be far and few between now,
Lee

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