...what next?
The only way I can get back to normal is when I uninstall the program. Restarting does no good.

I'm using XP Pro SP3.

My LSP is fine.
I did not have virus; adware; malware before of after installing Hide My IP 2008.
Software installed fine.
Latest version of Microsoft's .NET Framework.
Registry keys...i never had a problem before.
I have the latest and updated version of XP.

I really do like this software but not happy about lsoing my internet connection and my PC hanging up.
Any help?

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