" This file does not have a program associated with it for

[Michelle]

This morning all of my applications refused to launch - each giving
the error " This file does not have a program associated with it for
performing this action. Create an association in the
folder Options control panel."

I tried to create associations, but for some like the palm I can't
find them and it refused to recognize word. i don't want to have to
manually open everything - is there a fix? why did this happen? i
should also mention that the protride worm was found on my computer
today.

 

[Alan Edwards]

It looks like the virus took over the .exe association.
This Swen fix will correct that.

http://download.nai.com/products/mcafee-avert/Fixswen.inf
(download, right-click, select Install)

You might also read the information on the worm on your AV's site and
see if there is anything else you have to do.

....Alan