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The exe files are not responding on my computer. I can't get to firefox.exe - what can I do?

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charlsi38
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I downloaded a 7-zip file from CNET and it didn't do what I wanted and so I uninstalled it. However, all the "exe" files on the computer are now not accessible. I can get to Firefox thru a "shortcut" on my desktop for the local newspaper. The e-mail is working thru my yahoo account only. I purchased PC MightyMax and that didn't do anything for me. I've tried to restore the computer to yesterday or earlier and the restore window will not come up either.

I downloaded a 7-zip file from CNET and it didn't do what I wanted and so I uninstalled it. However, all the "exe" files on the computer are now not accessible. I can get to Firefox thru a "shortcut" on my desktop for the local newspaper. The e-mail is working thru my yahoo account only. I purchased PC MightyMax and that didn't do anything for me. I've tried to restore the computer to yesterday or earlier and the restore window will not come up either.

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jscher2000 - Support Volunteer
jscher2000 - Support Volunteer
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In some cases, all EXEs being broken can indicate a malware infection.

Do you get a specific error message when you try to start a program?

I'm concerned that PC MightyMax itself might be an infection you need to remove, but let's come back to that issue.

charlsi38
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Since I had to call my IT guy and get him to come pick the computer up I will be uninstalling the PC MightyMax and asking for a refund. You just confirmed my suspicions, thank you.