~1000 instances of Explorer.exe


  1. sakeeb
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    ~1000 instances of Explorer.exe


    I have a problem.When I open the task manager there roughly about 1000~ instances of explorer.exe. I just got the problem today. EAch instance is about 4900 kb, which is eating up my CPU/Memory to about 90% each. Any help is greatly appreciated.
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  3. Golden
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    Windows 10 Pro x64 ; Xubuntu x64
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    Hi,

    Lets start with this:

    1. Download and save this tool to your desktop:
    http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=52012

    2. Run the tool, and then click 'Copy' - ignore any errors if they appear

    3. Use CTRL+V to paste the unedited results of the validation tool here in your next reply

    More info : Windows Genuine and Activation Issue Posting Instructions

    What anti-virus software is installed and running on your computer?

    Regards,
    Golden
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  4. sakeeb
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    Windows 7 Professional 64-Bit
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    I fixed the problem by restarting my computer. Well, thanks for the reply though.
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