Files and folders, not found,

I plugged my USB on my computer and my antivirus (AVAST) started to delete my files. I removed AVAST and reinstalled, and now there are some files that I can't open such assistance and support, and Avast. When I try to bring up some programs it just flashes on the screen and left before I can get to it.

Hi marionls,

Method 1

I suggest that you perform the restoration of the system to the previous working state and check if it works.

How to restore Windows XP to a previous state

http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/306084

Method 2

Usually, this can happen due to infections of viruses or malware on the computer.

I suggest that you scan and remove infections from the computer and then check if the problem is resolved.

The scan below only works on the 32-bit version of Windows

http://OneCare.live.com/site/en-us/default.htm

You can use the Microsoft security essentials to scan your computer

http://www.Microsoft.com/security_essentials/

 

I hope this helps!

Halima S - Microsoft technical support.

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