You receive a "Word failed to start correctly last time" error message when you start Word 2003 or Word 2002 (888950)
The information in this article applies to:
- Microsoft Office Word 2003
- Microsoft Word 2002
SYMPTOMSWhen you try to start Microsoft Office Word 2003 or Microsoft Word 2002, the program does not fully start, and then it stops responding (hangs). If you end the task or restart your computer, and then you try to start Word, you receive the following error message: Word failed to start correctly last time. Starting Word in safe mode will help you correct or isolate a startup problem to successfully start the program. Some functionality may be disabled in this mode.
Do you want to start Word in safe mode? Note When you restart your computer, you may also receive the following error message: Virus Scan Synchronization
service has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience. CAUSEThis issue may occur after you update your installation of McAfee VirusScan Home Edition 7.0.WORKAROUNDTo work around this issue, remove McAfee VirusScan Home Edition 7.0. from your computer. Then, reinstall McAfee VirusScan Home Edition 7.0. For help when you remove or reinstall McAfee VirusScan Home Edition 7.0, contact McAfee technical support. To contact McAfee technical support, visit the following McAfee Web site:
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| Modification Type: | Major | Last Reviewed: | 3/23/2006 |
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