At 11/17/2002 01:41 PM, Bob Moran wrote:

>My operatiang system is Windows ME and the computer is a Dell.   My
>computer locks up frequently, indicated by flashing dialog box if open and
>the mouse pointer will freeze in place. I initially thought the Mouse was
>causing the problem, but now I am not sure. I have verified that the
>proper boxes are checked in the Control Panel for the Mouse (Intelli
>Mouse) and have run NAV to insure that there is not a virus in the
>system.   I have reduced the number of programs loading at start up to a
>minimum.  I have also run Scan Disk and Defrag.   The problem persist,
>intermitently, but all to frequently.   My computer is used primarily for
>Email (MSN) and playing Solitaire games. I do very little
>downloading.  The solitaire game that I play was preload on my
>computer.  Any suggestions as to what is causing this problem would be
>appreciated.  As a poi
>nt of clarification, the obvious problem is the Mouse Point will not move
>causing me to Restart the computer.

I've had this symptom when the video driver (which runs in conjunction with
the mouse) was corrupted.  By reinstalling the video card driver (display
driver) my problems were cured.

Doug

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