IE 10 will not start

Hi James,

·         Did you make any changes to the computer prior to this issue?

This issue might occur if the system files associated with Internet Explorer files are either corrupt or missing.

Let us try these methods.

Method 1.

You may run this fix it and check if this helps.

Fix Internet Explorer issues to make IE fast, safe and stable: http://support.microsoft.com/mats/ie_performance_and_safety/

By default, Windows 7 has the following two Internet Explorer troubleshooters: 1.Internet Explorer Performance.

2. Internet Explorer Safety.

Run Internet Explorer troubleshooters:

1. Close all programs.

2. Click Start, and then click Control Panel.

3. Click Find and Fix Problems under System and Security.

4. Click View All on the task pane on the left.

5. Click Internet Explorer Performance.

6. Click Next in the dialogue box.

7. The troubleshooter will run and fix all identified issues automatically. Click Close.

 After you run the "Internet Explorer Performance" troubleshooter, start Internet Explorer to see whether the issue is fixed. If the issue still occurs, run the ‘Internet Explorer Safety’ troubleshooter by using the same steps as mentioned earlier.

Method 2.

I would suggest you to reset Internet Explorer settings to default and check the status.

How to reset Internet Explorer settings: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/923737?wa=wsignin1.0

Disclaimer: The Reset Internet Explorer Settings feature might reset security settings or privacy settings that you added to the list of Trusted Sites. The Reset Internet Explorer Settings feature might also reset parental control settings. We recommend that you note these sites before you use the Reset Internet Explorer Settings feature.

Method 3.

Run a full computer scan with the Microsoft Safety Scanner to make sure that the computer is virus free.

Microsoft Safety Scanner: http://www.microsoft.com/security/scanner/en-us/default.aspx

Safety Scanner Disclaimer: There could be a loss of data while performing a scan using Microsoft safety scanner to eliminate virus if any.

Open Task Manager and, under "Processes " tab, see which programs are running.  Right-click the unwanted program and select "End Task"

NOTE: Look for suspicious programs running in the background.  If you see one, look it up on internet search to identify it.  If its something that shouldn't be there, go to the Control Panel Programs list and uninstall it.

Another thing....... many people do not shut down Windows 8 properly. 

Simply turning off the power switch will cause a myriad of start-up problems.  Windows 8 is loaded with Apps, all running at the same time.  Even the Desktop is considered an app.  The system is running a "session" which must be completed before turning off the power.  If it is not, when you turn the power back on, it first attempts to complete that "session", but cannot do so because many of the variables, such as date, time, etc, have changed.  At the same time it is launching the Start-up programs, and ................overload/crash.

Not saying this is the cause of your particular problem, but certainly would exacerbate it.  When shutting down Windows8, first close ALL apps.  If you point your mouse into the top left corner, 9 times out of 10, the Desktop app is still open.  (Right-click to close).

Then point your mouse into the lower right corner, drag up and select "Settings", then "Power", then "Shut Down"

Run sfc/scannow,

http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/1538-sfc-scannow-command-system-file-checker.html?ltr=S

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929833?wa=wsignin1.0#method1