Cannot cannot run .exe file, but only one user.

I have 4 users put in place in Windows XP Media. Only one user has the problem that windows does not let him run the .exe files. get error asking what program I want to use to open this type of file. 3 other users do not have a problem. How do I fix this one

Hello

1. don't you make changes on the computer before the show?
2. What is the exact error message?

Method 1:
Run the fix it and check.
Diagnose and repair Windows files and folders problems automatically
http://support.Microsoft.com/mats/windows_file_and_folder_diag/en-us

Method 2:
You can try the steps in the link and check if it helps:
How to change or choose the program that starts when you double-click a file in Windows XP

http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/307859

Method 3:
If the steps above fail then you can try the steps in knowledge base article and check.
When you run an .exe on a Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7 computer file, the file can start another program
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950505#appliesTo

Note: This section, method, or task contains steps that tell you how to modify the registry. However, serious problems can occur if you modify the registry incorrectly. Therefore, make sure that you proceed with caution. For added protection, back up the registry before you edit it. Then you can restore the registry if a problem occurs. For more information about how to back up and restore the registry in Windows:
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/322756

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