Desktop freezes

Discussion in 'Software' started by VRS, May 2, 2010.

  1. VRS

    VRS Private E-2

    I use Windows XP Pro, dual core cpu, 4GB RAM. and 40GB hard disc partition
    for O.S. Page file 4GB. When I try to use Search utility for locating files, I find
    that if I stop search in the middle the desktop freezes. Task Manager also
    freezes after it comes up if I invoke it. The only way out is reset the system.
    Also if I allow the search to complete, I get the results I want but again when
    I close Search the desktop freezes more often than not.
    How do I get over this problem? What causes it?
     
    VRS, May 2, 2010
    #1
  2. plodr

    plodr MajorGeek Super Extraordinaire Moderator Staff Member

    I've found XP's searching to be worthless.
    Install another search engine and see if the problem persists.
    This is what I use and am extremely pleased with it
    http://www.voidtools.com/
     
    plodr, May 2, 2010
    #2
  3. VRS

    VRS Private E-2

    Thank you! Will try the software suggested and see.
    Thanks again.
     
    VRS, May 3, 2010
    #3

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