You might start he

Troubleshooting Windows 98 Startup Problems
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=188867

If this doesn't help and you have sufficient disk space try installing to a
new folder as described in this article:

How to Install Windows 98 Into a New Folder
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=193902

Then install your anti-virus and scan the system. If you don't have a
current anti-virus program, you can get one free from Http://www.grisoft.com
The above article also gives you instructions to get back to your original
installation if desired after the install to a new folder.

PattyL


"its only me" wrote in message
...
I suspect the problem is a virus however I cannot access anything on the pc
even in safe mode and selective start-up is no help either.The only thing
on the screen is the wallpaper.....no icons,start button ect.
Any help would be appreciated