>>How would you do a fresh reinstall of Windows Explorer?
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>If a reinstall of Windows Explorer was indeed necessary, you'd pretty much need to reinstall Windows.
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>Have you checked for a virus? Have you downloaded and run an anti-spyware program, such as AdAware?
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>What version of Windows are you running? If it is XP, try to do a system restore...you can restore the system to a previous restore point. Don't remember exactly where it is; look under Start|Accesseries|System Tools.

Hi Steve,

I did reinstall Windows, and the system did speed up. The reinstallation also forced a review of ZoneAlarm's settings. Asking ZA to delete tracking cookies and latter all cookies speeded up the computer considerably. Who knows how many gremlins were living there.

Thanks for the advice.

Alex