explorer(not responding) when I start up

I am unable to open email or internet explorer or any
desktop files. When I alt control delete, I see that
explorer(windows explorer is not responding).

Troubleshooting Windows 98 Startup Problems
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=188867

How to Perform Clean-Boot Troubleshooting for Windows 98
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=192926

If all else fails, here is a method of getting into Windows:
Recovering From a Failed Internet Explorer Upgrade in Windows 98
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;249191

If you haven't done a recent scan with an up to date anti virus program, do
so and also go on a spyware hunt:

Spyware/scumware/adware are causing numerous system problems. I recommend
you download and use the following programs and consider removing everything
these programs identify. Be aware that there are frequent updates to these
programs and you need to check for them before every use.

AdAwa http://www.lavasoftusa.com/software/adaware/

CWShredder: http://www.spywareinfo.com/~merijn/cwschronicles.html (download
link near the bottom)

Spybot: http://www.safer-networking.org/


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Regards

Ron Badour, MS MVP for W98
Tips: http://home.satx.rr.com/badour
Knowledge Base Info:
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?pr=kbinfo

"Joe Cancemi Jr." wrote in message
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I am unable to open email or internet explorer or any
desktop files. When I alt control delete, I see that
explorer(windows explorer is not responding).