Yes, vulcanised...
...especially as a screen appeared which said, in effect, "we're looking for a solution, do not navigate away from this screen" which had my BS detector flashing red.
pmills I can't get into safe mode. That is the real PITA I can't get to any of the entry points to try and sort it out.
I do suspect that some malign system has got into the laptop. I may have to try my normal guru but if I can avoid his fees first .....
Thanks both.
The Ancient Mariner