I cannot log in to my computer.?

Question

I have Windows XP Professional and my computer had me update it; however, I think the updates may have caused a problem or may have been a virus. I had to restart my computer but now it just sits at the login screen. I will click on my name and it will say, "loading personal settings," then it will flash up my main screen(where the start tool bar should be) and go back to the login screen and say that it is, "logging off." I have tried going through Safe Mode numerous times; however, even that does not seem to work . Any suggestions??

Answer 1

Try the links below. First one says hold down shift key immediately after logging in to keep startup items from running.

Second one is a bit more complicated but probably what needs to be done.

good luck