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    having problems

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by steve619, Sep 1, 2009.

  1. steve619

    steve619 Newbie

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    all the programs on mylaptop wont work a window pops up sayin "this file does not have a program associated with it for preforming this action. Create an association in the folder option control panel.
    Please help
     
    steve619, Sep 1, 2009
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  2. Lithus

    Lithus NBR Janitor

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    All files losing their program association usually means a corrupt registry, which can only be fixed with a repair or clean installation of the operating system.
     
    Lithus, Sep 1, 2009
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    qhn Notebook User

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    Try rebuild the icon cache, clear out all caches and temp folders then restart first.

    cheers ...
     
    qhn, Sep 2, 2009
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  4. comrade_commissar7

    comrade_commissar7 Notebook Evangelist

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    tRY to download a registry repair like Advanced System Care, IObit, or MISPBO registry cleaner. You can also try PC Sleek free error cleaner :)
     
    comrade_commissar7, Sep 2, 2009
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