Closing a Folder Before Setup Is Complete Hangs Computer

Last reviewed: August 21, 1995
Article ID: Q122497

The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft Windows 95

SYMPTOMS

When you are installing a software package, the computer stops responding (hangs).

CAUSE

Near the end of the installation process, most programs create a folder and icons. At times, this folder may be visible on the screen before the setup program is complete. If you close this folder before setup finishes, the system may hang.

RESOLUTION

To avoid this problem, do not close the folder before the installation is complete.

KBCategory: kb3rdparty kbsetup kbinterop
KBSubcategory: wpp95 win95 appscomp
Additional reference words: 95 3rdparty hung locks locked up freezes frozen
crashes

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Last reviewed: August 21, 1995
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