right click makes computer not responding


  1. fannymagnet06
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    Windows 7 Ultimate 32bit
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    right click makes computer not responding


    my window7 OS does not work whenever i right click any of the files or folders. it stops working and displays "windows explorer is not responding". please help! what could i possibly do to get through this??
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  3. seavixen32
    Posts : 7,730
    Windows 7 Ultimate SP1 64-Bit
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    Have a look at this Microsoft article.

    Tips for solving problems when Internet Explorer crashes or stops working
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