Try Spyware/Virus Removal and Prevention:
http://www.fixyourwindows.com/windowsxpsolutions.htm
(Links to online virus scans on the same page)
Good Luck!
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How to optimize Windows XP, 2000, ME
for the best performance (Step-by-step Visual Guide):
http://www.fixyourwindows.com
"gaffer" wrote:
> Occasionally my system locks up while in the process of logging off. This
> usually happens right after the "Saving your settings...." message appears.
> Have a new system with Windows XP Home edition.
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> reyhook