all programs have disappeared from my list of "programs"... How can I get them back?

The program list has disappeared...

Hi Hudia,

Thank you for visiting Microsoft Answers.

In order to help you, I would need more information on your side:

·         Which version of Windows Vista is installed on your computer?

·         Did you install software or updates until this problem occurred?

Method 1

Try to do a system restore on the computer that will repair return the previous settings.

To restore the operating system to an earlier point in time, follow these steps:

1. Click Start, type system restore in the search box, and then click System Restore in the list programs.
If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type your password or click on continue.

2. in the System Restore dialog box, click on choose a different restore point and then click Next.

3. in the list of restore points, click a restore point created before you started having the problem, and then click Next.

4. click on finish.

Note: When you perform the system restore to restore the computer to a previous state, programs and updates that you have installed are removed.

How to repair the operating system and how to restore the configuration of the operating system to an earlier point in time in Windows Vista
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/936212

System Restore: frequently asked questions

http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/system-restore-frequently-asked-questions

Method 2

Run a virus scan online because it causes sometimes caused by viruses.

See the links below:

Get a free PC safety scan

http://OneCare.live.com/site/en-NZ/default.htm?mkt=en-NZ

Malicious software removal tool

http://www.Microsoft.com/security/malwareremove/default.aspx

For more information, see the link below:

Demo: Desktop Basics

http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/demo-Desktop-basics

Hope the helps of information. Please post back and we do know.

Concerning
Joel S
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