If the Adobe Updater DOES NOT fix this issue, use the fix at the following link:
http://kb.adobe.com/selfservice/viewContent.do?externalId=3491671c

*NOTE: Whether you have IE7 or not, use the...

You may want to checkout eSyndicat's directory script. I just deployed the script at www.webdesigndirectory.net, if you'd like to take a look at it.

I just haven't read anything about you cleaning up your TEMP files or turning off System Restore or scanning in Safe Mode....

You may want to try the steps in the following article:

http://www.bytedr.com/node/5

www.ontrack.com

I think this is the company I used to recover some lost data, before.

You may also want to check for stray screws shorting out the motherboard. This is a fairly common problem with custom-built machines.

Do you have TWO antivirus programs installed? If so, that could be the problem...pick your favorite and uninstall the other.

If not, reboot to Safe Mode and scan the entire computer with Spybot,...

Have you checked the Event log?

Make sure that the two following conditions exist:

1. You're using a legitimate Windows XP installation disk (not a copy).

2. You're CMOS battery isn't dead or dying (longshot).

Glad to see that you found the problem. Are you going to investigate, further, to the component level, or are you just going to replace the mobo?

You may also want to check that there are no stray screws lodged between the case and the motherboard. That can surely kill the motherboard and leave you scratching your head.