basically, when i turn on my laptop, explorer doesn't load up so i just get a black screen with a cursor. it's an easy fix because i can just start the task manager, click new task and type explorer.exe, and it loads perfectly. it's just a pain in the arse to have to do it every time i turn off my laptop. i've tried a system restore but that didn't work so i was wondering if anyone here had any suggestions. cheers