Problems ending programs

[Guest]

Lately, my programs have not been closing properly. They seem to freeze when
closing, and then I get "program not responding" and I click the "end now"
button, or close them using Task Manager. It's mostly annoying, but it also
seems my system has been running slower. I have done a system check for
viruses. Any suggestions on fixing?

 

[Malke]

Lately, my programs have not been closing properly. They seem to
freeze when closing, and then I get "program not responding" and I
click the "end now"
button, or close them using Task Manager. It's mostly annoying, but
it also
seems my system has been running slower. I have done a system check
for
viruses. Any suggestions on fixing?

Scanning for non-viral malware is also indicated. Here are general
instructions:

http://www.elephantboycomputers.com/page2.html#Removing_Malware

And here are some other links to help you:

Slow or Sluggish Computer:
http://www3.telus.net/dandemar/slowcom.htm
http://aumha.org/a/health.htm - Take Out the Trash (section 4)

Malke