Task Manager "not suitable"

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Whenever I try to access task manager by any means necessary, I keep getting
a blank command promt-like box that pops up with a message that says
something like "C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\AUTOEXEC.NT is not suitable for running
dos applications..."

I tried to use access it through safe mode, but the same thing happens. I
also even tried to use system restore to see if I could correct this issue
somewhere.

Is there a way that I can download the task manager application through
Microsoft? Can this be the cause of a virus, worm, spyware or registry error?

I am using Windows XP with Service Pack 2.
 
Brandon,

Task Manager does not use a console window, and looks like your system is
affected by some Malware. Try Trend Micro's Sysclean package (free), it's
capable of eliminating keyloggers, trojans etc. Full instructions at:

Generic Trojan / Adware Infestation Removal Procedure:
http://www.claymania.com/removal-trojan-adware.html

Trend Micro Sysclean package
http://aumha.net/viewtopic.php?t=10820

--
Ramesh, MS-MVP
Windows Shell/User

Windows XP Troubleshooting
http://www.winhelponline.com

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http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone/newsgroupsetup.mspx
 
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