Simsarmy

Searching Google for similar problems to yours, I've found that it's typically the result of viruses. That may or may not be true in your case, since you don't seem to be suffering any other malicious effects. However, while we're waiting for someone else to offer a suggestion, try the following: Open up Task Manager by pressing CTRL+ALT+DEL. I'm curious to see if you're allowed to open it or not. Secondly, run an anti-virus scan. It's unlikely that it's a virus doing this, but it can't hurt to make sure while you're waiting for more help.

It seems like quite a stretch but try this: 1. Right-click on your desktop. 2. Select Arrange Icons By. 3. Select Show Desktop Icons. If that actually removes the icons, repeat the steps above to re-enable them.

My first thought would be that you're being capped by your ISP. What were the full results of the speed test, up/down speed? Alternatively, if you haven't already: check out your Firewall settings. Disable it entirely to begin with, then you'll know straight off the bat if it has anything to do with your issue.

Other than general hardware, software failures; I'm wondering if you've got a program running in the background that's messing with your keyboard shortcuts. I'd be interested to know if your CTRL+Z still works in Safe Mode (where unnecessary applications would not be run during startup).

Whoopsie! I was checking my Partitions to find out the version of Ubuntu (it didn't tell me) and I had "ndisgtk" copied. I MEANT to say ndiswrapper. Either way, it didn't work. =[ I was told that newer versions work better with this type of problem. HOWEVER, what steps should I take to update if I can't actually access the Internet through Ububtu? The guide on their site didn't quite mention that problem. And yes, I currently have Ubuntu 8.04.

Heya again guys! I hope everything is doing okay on this site. =] I've returned to tackle a problem I've been ignoring for MONTHS. If you remember, or look through my posts, a while ago the members of this site helped me Partition Ubuntu onto my computer. But personally, I find it hard to use an Operating System if it doesn't have a connection to the Internet. I have a Belkin 802.11g Wireless G USB Network Adapter, and I remember installing ndisgtk so that Ubuntu could work with the Windows Drivers! I found the correct .inf file, and installed it. HOWEVER, it still didn't work. =[ Do you think you could help me out? - Simsarmy

Yup, sorry. It's a newly installed Hard Drive. It's actually used 114MB. Which is interesting, since the majority (at least 95%) of the folders are empty. (currently able to see hidden folders, still nothing). Just want to be totally sure before changing the partition sizes. Based on the current 114MB size of Local Disk, what size do you think I should make it?

As requested: http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l137/simsarmy/DiskManagment.jpg Ignore HD-CEU2, it's my External Hard Drive (used to back up when I did the wipe).

You can indeed use that Restore Point in the future. HOWEVER, something is still wrong; you should technically be able to do System Restore. I can't figure it out myself, but I urge you to wait for someone else's response to see if they have any other ideas. I'm glad to help. - Simsarmy

Again no problem... Creating a Restore Point is actually very simple. Follow these steps: All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > System Restore You should get a message saying "Welcome to System Restore". Simply press "Create a Restore Point". Then next. Type into the Description: "Working Sound". Then press create. Since you haven't tried already. Do this in normal mode first, then if that fails... try in Safe Mode.

Sorry, I wasn't totally clear... I mixed up my meanings... I meant: Create a new Restore Point.

Well, it wouldn't harm to give your disk a check for any scratches or dirty marks. That can easily cause the computer to throw up a generic error message complaining it can't read the disk. It sounds like you haven't actually unistalled it properly. This error message suggests there is corruption going on, but since it's relatively hard to corrupt a CD or DVD you might want to check your computer (My Programs, My Documents) for any stray CIV IV files.

No that's fine. I'll guide you through: Taken from: Getting into Windows Safe Mode Safe Mode is a "safe" version of normal Windows. It doesn't run unnecessary files that might be causing your computer to run slower or less efficiently. The display might look a little different, but everything should be in the same place. Your network might not work properly in Safe Mode.

Hmm, the interesting thing is that Local Disk isn't empty. http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l137/simsarmy/LocalDisk.jpg http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l137/simsarmy/LocalDiskContents.jpg Also, I've shown that information after I installed HardyHeron* (*got it wrong last time), I don't know why it doesn't display the 30GB partition.

Chipset Drivers can simply degrade as you use your computer. New Software and Hardware can cause conflicts or system errors can make them unstable. You can fix most of these specific driver problems just by reinstalling. (though only do so if you know what you're doing, uninstalling the wrong drivers can cause more problems) Give running System Restore in Safe Mode a shot. It'll both allow us to know how deep the problems run, as well as successfully giving you a Restore point to go back to. It sounds like you've got a serious problem with your critical system files. I'm still trying to consider what might be wrong, but without a descriptive error message, I'm in the dark.