CPU usage problem when starting all programs

I have been having an issue with Explorer using 50% of my CPU whenever it opens. Even if I open a new tab it does the same. I have noticed that all my programs seem to be using more of the CPU than seems necessary. I am not sure if this is maleware or corrupted programs. I have downloaded Process Explorer but I'm not sure what it actually does. I am afraid to get to crazy with it because I'm not sure the damage I could create with it(probably extensive). I don't know what info to provide so I will start with the basics:


XP Home SP3
Dell Dimension 5150
Pent D 3.2 GHz
3 GB ram
Nvidia Geoforce 9400GT

Let me know what information you need and I will get it. Thanks

 

Here is the SS, I hope.

 

I ran the sfc /scannow and it finished when I was AFK. I don't know if it found anything or not but it was gone when I got back.

 

I just finished running the Malware list. Thanks for the help, I'm wondering if it's a hardware problem? I'm just another NewB needing help from the Pro's. Thanks again

 

I will check for new drivers. I will look for any threads about loading drivers. I want to make sure I do it right.

I ran CCleaner and the items in my startup are in the attachment.

I ran it in safe mode and I still have the problem in safe mode.

I have AVG(free), spybot, and all the software from the maleware section.

When I ran the maleware scans, it found a couple of items. They are in the logs I placed in the malware section.

Thanks again

 

I am not sure what to do with the utility, should I pick and choose what I think needs to be removed or remove everything or just clear them. I will wait for a response before i do anything. Thank you.

 

Microsoft Windows 2000 and Microsoft Windows XP:
Quit all Office programs.
Click Start, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. NOTE: In Windows XP, click Start and then click Control Panel.

I tried to remove the ctfmon file by following the directions that were given, also I listed them below but after i expanded the office shared features folder I didnt have an alternitive user input to disable. Not sure whats wrong.


In Control Panel, double-click Add/Remove Programs.NOTE: In Windows XP, click Add or Remove Programs.


In the Currently installed programs list, click to select Microsoft Office XP product, where Office XP product is the name of the specific Office product being used. If you are using a standalone version of one of the Office programs, click to select the appropriate product in the list. Click Change.
In the Maintenance Mode Options dialog box, select Add or Remove Features, and then click Next. This displays the Choose installation options for all Office applications and tools dialog box.
Click the plus sign (+) next to Office Shared Features to expand it.
Click the icon next to Alternative User Input, and then select Not Available.
Click Update.

 

I think I found the problem. I uninstalled IE8 and went back to IE7. FYI, IE8 is junk. Now I am not even noticing a thing wrong. I wish I would have known it was something stupid. I would like to say that you guys are awesome and really have helped me straighten my computer out. I will be following all of the advice you guys gave on protecting my computer. Thank you so much.