what does this error messege mean?

application error

the instruction at 0x65e27829 referenced memory at 0x008ca1a1. the memory could not be read.

click ok to terminate the program
click cancel to debug the program

 

winxp sp1,i am running a .chm application ebook viewer.it happens with other applications and services too,at least once every day it happens.

 

Maybe bad memory

Try downloading a memory checker that will run continuous ly for a while...tests for bad chips.

http://oca.microsoft.com/en/windiag.asp

 

Most, if not all software has a disclaimer such as " If we FUBAR your box, don't come running to us for help." That being said, try Memtest86 from the memory section of MG. You make a bootable floppy and test RAM this way. It will tell you quickly if you have bad RAM or not. At least now you'll have 2 programs to verify your chips before you start spending money at a tech shop.
HTH