Hi, the problem I need help with is when I try to open Mspaint I get this error message : Mspaint has caused an error in MFC42.DLL Mspaint will now close. I tried to reinstall it from my computer, windows accessory with no luck. Any ideas how to fix this problem would be greatly apprecaited. I am running windows ME thanks, Dawn Rodgers [log in to unmask] --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.377 / Virus Database: 211 - Release Date: 7/15/2002 "Hold No Punches.." Rode brings you great shareware/freeware programs with his honest opinions in this weekly column. http://freepctech.com/rode