windows hangs...?

[Guest]

xp is doing a funny thing....run a prog, such as
explorer, the pointer hr glass will show, then go away.
but no program will load. Then about 3mins later,
Explorer will start! Any ideas?

 

[Unknown]

Shut down all virus programs and try the same.

 

[Malke]

Shut down all virus programs and try the same.

*Shut down* antivirus?! I don't think so. Rather, the OP should scan
with a current antivirus program (meaning a version not later than 2002
and using updated virus definitions). Also, remove spyware with Spybot
Search & Destroy from www.security.kolla.de and Ad-aware from
www.lavasoftusa.com. Be sure to update these programs before running
them. It is best to run antivirus and spyware removal tools in Safe
Mode.

Malke