windows xp

[fhk]

I have just discovered a new annoying problem. Whenever I start my computer, right after the desktop icons show up, I would get a list of my documents. I do not want to start with my documents. I wonder this new problem is the result of some recent Microsoft automatic updating. Is there anyway that I can get rid of this annoying problem? Thanks.

[Tripredacus]

Since you are new here, I will point you to the rules. More specifically:

12. Very often we see meaningless subjects in topic title. They give no clue of what the posts are all about. For example:

* Oh no!

* Help

* I'm mad

* Please help

* Question

* I need your help

* Hmmmm....

This should be avoided. Users should enter something more specific in the topic title so that it is easier for others to help.

A few good examples:

* Strange problem with DirectX9b redist

* RunOnceEx install problem (double installation)

* Change Internet Explorer's Icon back to default

Second, My Documents opening at the launch of Explorer is commonly caused by malware, or you have a bad link in your Run key, or Startup folder. Check for viruses, spyware and your startups. Any more info you will need to post what OS you have, including architecture and Service Pack.

[fhk]

Since you are new here, I will point you to the rules. More specifically:

12. Very often we see meaningless subjects in topic title. They give no clue of what the posts are all about. For example:

* Oh no!

* Help

* I'm mad

* Please help

* Question

* I need your help

* Hmmmm....

This should be avoided. Users should enter something more specific in the topic title so that it is easier for others to help.

A few good examples:

* Strange problem with DirectX9b redist

* RunOnceEx install problem (double installation)

* Change Internet Explorer's Icon back to default

Second, My Documents opening at the launch of Explorer is commonly caused by malware, or you have a bad link in your Run key, or Startup folder. Check for viruses, spyware and your startups. Any more info you will need to post what OS you have, including architecture and Service Pack.

Thanks for your rapid response. I use WindowsXP and Cox Cable. The antivirus and antispyware programs are all in place. I also use Microsoft's automatic update. So, I have no idea regarding the service pack or the architecture. You can see I am not well versed in how the computer works. I do appreciate your help very much.

[Tripredacus]

If you are spyware and virus clean, this is my only other response.

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555206

This of course presumes you do not have any rootkits or spyware your current software cannot find. For info on better protection, check here:

http://wiki.lunarsoft.net/wiki/Anti-Malware_Toolkit