shut down problems

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markkirsten

My computer has recently decided it will not let me shut
down or restart unless I unplug it, is this a virus or
common problem amongst users?
 
Unexplained computer behavior may be caused by deceptive software
http://support.microsoft.com/?id=827315

Download Ad-Aware 6.0 and scan your PC for the presence of spyware:
http://download.com.com/3000-2144-10045910.html?part=69274&subj=dlpage&tag=button

Note: Be sure to click on the "Check for updates now" link before scanning.

Symantec Security Check
http://security.symantec.com/sscv6/default.asp?langid=ie&venid=sym

Resources to Help Troubleshoot Shutdown Problems in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;308029&Product=winxp#3

Shutdown & Restart Troubleshooting
http://aumha.org/win5/a/shtdwnxp.htm

[Courtesy of MS-MVP James A. Eshelman]

--
Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User

Be Smart! Protect your PC!
http://www.microsoft.com/security/protect/

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| My computer has recently decided it will not let me shut
| down or restart unless I unplug it, is this a virus or
| common problem amongst users?
 
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