[Resolved] Explorer.exe keeps crashing (Yes, yet another one)

My Explorer.exe keep crashing as fast I open a Windows Explorer, I got Windows XP spanish version, It looks like this problem started like a week ago when I Installed some windows updates, I have run a serious number of scans (Such as online Kaspersky, Bit defender scan, Ad-aware, Malaware bits, and a few registry repair utilities, so far no luck fixing it), I hope for some expert help guiding me to fix this problem without having to format my HD, also, English is not my first language and Im kind of a newbie when It comes to PC interface, so if you need something like a "log", "pc info" or something like that, id appreciate if you tell me the program I need to use. thanks in advanced.

Hi Arley,



My name is Tomk. I would be glad to take a look at your log and help you with solving any malware problems. HijackThis logs can take a while to research, so please be patient and I'd be grateful if you would note the following:

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Thats ok, but I chost the easy exit and formatted my HD, It is fixed now, you may close this post, thanks anyways and gl.

Arley, Thanks for letting us know. Good Luck and Be Well.

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