Originally Posted by hill555
you could try reinstalling the operating system

Reinstalling an operating system (Windows) is a process of last resort.
There are many troubleshooting techniques that can be explored and PCHF has many experienced computer people that in many cases can resolved a problem without resorting to reformatting.
Remember, each time a computer hard drive is reformated and Windows is reactivated is one less time the owner has before they have to purchase a new licence for the Windows operating system.
