L
Lilly
I have used PC's for 10+ years and I've used Windows programs since 1989.
I'm not a computer expert or a programmer. But, on the other hand, I'm not
totally naive. I think I'm a moderately competent mid-level Windows and
Linux user and 'enthusiast'. (I would be graded as a C+ user) I have
happily used XP-Pro for about 2 years.
Here is my problem -> The "Search" function via graphical interface under
my "Start" button has always worked very well. However, it has suddenly
TOTALLY STOPPED WORKING. At this point, it doesn't give ANY replies. (Even
with simple file requests with no restrictions.) For example: if I search
for 'Misfile.doc' in a hypothetical search for --> 'C:\Dir1\Misfile.doc' I
don't receive ANY files. (Note: I even tried placing a few bogus *.doc
files in my 'C:\Dir1\ directory(folder) including the target
'MisFile.doc' I've used this function via both GUI or Command thousands of
times in various permutations. ( It's one of those simple commands that I
often use). Here's the Bottom Line ---> My search function gives NO
replies to a basic local file "Search" on my own computer for a file! The
"Search" function always worked, until now. The rest of my system works
without any flaws and seems to behave perfectly. I have not made any recent
changes (major or minor) to my system. I have not modified my registry, I
have not installed or deleted any programs or executable files in 4 or five
weeks. I'm fairly sure I have no virus, Trojan or Spyware problems. I
re-booted several times and totally shut down the computer once. If
possible, I DO NOT want to reformat and re-install. (I know, this always
works; and, I have two good backups (tape + DVD) but a re-install it costs
me 1+ days) At this point, everything works perfectly except for the
"Search" command under "Start" in the taskbar. I running an old P-II system
at 450 MHz. and I only have 380 RAM. This works fine for my home needs.
I'll appreciate any good suggestions from you competent people and I love
this newsgroup. Thank you.
I'm not a computer expert or a programmer. But, on the other hand, I'm not
totally naive. I think I'm a moderately competent mid-level Windows and
Linux user and 'enthusiast'. (I would be graded as a C+ user) I have
happily used XP-Pro for about 2 years.
Here is my problem -> The "Search" function via graphical interface under
my "Start" button has always worked very well. However, it has suddenly
TOTALLY STOPPED WORKING. At this point, it doesn't give ANY replies. (Even
with simple file requests with no restrictions.) For example: if I search
for 'Misfile.doc' in a hypothetical search for --> 'C:\Dir1\Misfile.doc' I
don't receive ANY files. (Note: I even tried placing a few bogus *.doc
files in my 'C:\Dir1\ directory(folder) including the target
'MisFile.doc' I've used this function via both GUI or Command thousands of
times in various permutations. ( It's one of those simple commands that I
often use). Here's the Bottom Line ---> My search function gives NO
replies to a basic local file "Search" on my own computer for a file! The
"Search" function always worked, until now. The rest of my system works
without any flaws and seems to behave perfectly. I have not made any recent
changes (major or minor) to my system. I have not modified my registry, I
have not installed or deleted any programs or executable files in 4 or five
weeks. I'm fairly sure I have no virus, Trojan or Spyware problems. I
re-booted several times and totally shut down the computer once. If
possible, I DO NOT want to reformat and re-install. (I know, this always
works; and, I have two good backups (tape + DVD) but a re-install it costs
me 1+ days) At this point, everything works perfectly except for the
"Search" command under "Start" in the taskbar. I running an old P-II system
at 450 MHz. and I only have 380 RAM. This works fine for my home needs.
I'll appreciate any good suggestions from you competent people and I love
this newsgroup. Thank you.