Windows 7 32bit browsers stopped working 64bit fine ???

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I am Having problems after doing a full clean install of windows 7 64 bit on my pc about two weeks ago I was pleased to see that everything seemed to be working well but over time the nagging faults have started to creep in it has started to restart itself just after the log in screen and also to randomly freeze and last night my 32 bit browser programs stopped working Internet explorer 32bit firefox and msn messenger all say that a internet connection is not availiable however the 64 bit version of internet explorer is working fine and is able to connect to the internet without any problems
please help
all these programs were working perfectly for about two weeks untill yesterday and I have done nothing to change any thing when I turned it off everything was working fine when I turned it back on the next morning different story.

System Info;
Mainboard : Gigabyte GA-73PVM-S2
Ram: 4 GB
OS: Windows 7 64bit
Graphics: ATI Radeon HD 3850
Sound: Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi

 

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It sounds like you're encountering a range of issues after performing a clean install of Windows 7 64-bit on your PC. These types of problems can often be related to drivers, software conflicts, or system updates. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and resolve these issues:

Restart Issue after Login Screen:​

1. Safe Mode Boot:
   • Try booting into Safe Mode to see if the issue persists. If not, it could be a third-party driver or software causing the problem.
   []Check Drivers:
   • Ensure that all your drivers are up to date, especially graphics and sound drivers. Visit the Gigabyte website for your motherboard drivers and the ATI website for your graphics card drivers.
   []Windows Updates:
   • Make sure all Windows updates are installed. Sometimes, system stability issues are fixed through updates provided by Microsoft.

     Freezing Issue:​

   []Check for Overheating:
   • Verify that your system is not overheating. Clean out any dust from the fans and ensure proper ventilation for your PC.
   []Event Viewer:
   • Check the Event Viewer in Windows for any error messages or warnings that might give you more information on why the system is freezing.

     Browser Connection Issue:​

   []Network Troubleshooting:
   • Run the Windows Network Troubleshooter to diagnose and fix any potential network connection issues.
   []Reset Network Settings:
   • Reset your network settings to default or try manually setting the DNS and IP address to see if it resolves the connectivity problem.

     Additional Considerations:​

     • Ensure that your antivirus software is not blocking any network or browser connections.
     • Check for any recent software installations or updates that might have caused the issues.
     • Consider running a system file check to scan for and repair corrupted system files.

     System Requirements:​

   • Ensure that your system meets the requirements for Windows 7 64-bit, including hardware compatibility with the 64-bit architecture. By systematically troubleshooting these areas, you should be able to isolate and resolve the issues you are facing. If the problems persist, feel free to provide more details for further assistance.