Ctrl-Alt-Delete = No backround processes and system hangs

Open Task Manager and double-click anywhere on the top Window border.
Somehow, you managed to convert Task Manager to run in "Tiny Footprint Mode".

Task Manager Menu Bar and Tabs Are Not Visible in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default...&Product=winxp

Unexplained computer behavior may be caused by deceptive software
http://support.microsoft.com/?id=827315

Download Ad-Aware 6.0 and scan your PC for the presence of spyware:
http://download.com.com/3000-2144-10...age&tag=button

Note: Be sure to click on the "Check for updates now" link before scanning.

Symantec Security Check
http://security.symantec.com/sscv6/d...d=ie&venid=sym

Dealing with Unwanted Spyware and Parasites
http://www.mvps.org/winhelp2002/unwanted.htm

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Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User

Be Smart! Protect your PC!
http://www.microsoft.com/security/protect/

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<anonymous@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message:
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| When I hit ctrl-alt+delete on my PC. I get a window that
| says i'm running 100% CPU usage but only shows my current
| program as running. Its missing the top boarder of the
| window.