programs slow to open

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Thank-you for all your help. My computer is now running at great speeds. Im
really appreciative.

Thanks. Aaron

"Aaron" wrote:

> I recently have been having a problem with my PC.
>
> I notice that when I ask a program to open or execute, it takes a long time
> to
> occur. Normally a minute. However, when a program executes a program, for
> example, Internet Explorer opening a PDF file (Acrobat reader) on a website,
> the Acrobat reader program opens instantly without delay. However, if I try
> to open Acrobat reader directly from my menu option, the program takes a
> minute or more to open. During this time, Windows can become unstable,
> frezzes and is unresponsive for a certain period of time until the program
> opens.
>
> I hope you can help. Any information that you need I am able to supply you
> with.
>