My pc will not perform the autmatic scan of files/folders for errors, when requsted.?
I’m not an expert but it sounds like you might have some damaged or corrupt system files. If you have your original install CD you could try running a System File Check. Click start > run > type in “sfc /scannow” > OK (no quotes and notice the space between sfc and /scannow.) If any damaged or missing system files are located, you’ll be prompted to insert the install disk. Files will then be repaired or replaced as needed. The scan could take over an hour depending on what it finds. It’s my understanding that CHKDSK (the command line prompt) and Scan Disk (the GUI version from C: > tools > etc.) are the same scans but done from two different locations. You could try running chkdsk from the command prompt. This article gives some additional information. http://www.updatexp.com/windows-xp-chkds… And if all else fails, you could try a repair install of your operating system. You won’t lose any personal settings
