Problems ending programs

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Nima wrote:

> 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.co [...] ng_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
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