turn off workshop

[Steve]

While using XP home edition, I click on my user name and
work on the computer, but when I go back to the account
screen to shut down, the "turn off" icon says "Turn off
Workshop" instead of "Turn off computer" like normal. Does
this point to a problem?

I have a lot of errors when I try to shut down... programs
cannot quit successfully and it's frustrating. Can anyone
point to what might be the issue?

 

[Malke]

While using XP home edition, I click on my user name and
work on the computer, but when I go back to the account
screen to shut down, the "turn off" icon says "Turn off
Workshop" instead of "Turn off computer" like normal. Does
this point to a problem?

I have a lot of errors when I try to shut down... programs
cannot quit successfully and it's frustrating. Can anyone
point to what might be the issue?

It sounds like you have some sort of program running called "Workshop".
Here are generic troubleshooting steps you should take: 1) scan with
current antivirus using updated definitions; 2) remove spyware with
tools such as Spybot S&D (www.security.kolla.de) and/or Ad-aware
(www.lavasoftusa.com) - note that it is a good idea to do virus and
spyware scans in Safe Mode; 3) delete temporary and Temporary Internet
Files; 4) stop unnecessary services/programs from running at startup
(see www.blackviper.com for a listing of services). After making sure
the computer is clean - does the problem persist? If yes, then post
back with details or contact good local computer repair shop.

Malke