Windows Explorer boots up at the end of the boot

[sthomp6361]

AS a result of loading SP2 on a Windows XP computer,
windows explorer boots up at the end of the boot.

 

[Rick \Nutcase\ Rogers]

To what folder?

Though this is often blamed on SP2, it's often really caused by spyware on
the system, or an incomplete cleanup of spyware.

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Best of Luck,

Rick Rogers, aka "Nutcase" - Microsoft MVP

Associate Expert - WindowsXP Expert Zone

Windows help - www.rickrogers.org

 

[chicagofan]

To what folder?

Though this is often blamed on SP2, it's often really caused by spyware on
the system, or an incomplete cleanup of spyware.

When my 2 wk old system first boots up, Windows Explorer doesn't open,
but tries to connect to the internet. Why??? I have it blocked by my
firewall until I know what it is doing. Can you help?
bj

 

[Rick \Nutcase\ Rogers]

Hi,

Usually spyware or other malware, see:

Modem Automatically Attempts a Dial-Up Connection [Q316530]
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=316530

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Best of Luck,

Rick Rogers, aka "Nutcase" - Microsoft MVP

Associate Expert - WindowsXP Expert Zone

Windows help - www.rickrogers.org