fix it scan reveals this problem with no solution.I don't reallyunderstand this problem at all.

Hi, You may refer to the article below which should help you in repairing the corrupt recycle bin.Error Message: The Recycle Bin on C:\ Is Corrupt or Invalid. Do You Want to Empty the Recycle Bin for this...http://support.microsoft.com/kb/297760 Hope this helps.Thanks and Regards:Shekhar S - Microsoft Support. Visit our Microsoft Answers Feedback Forum and let us know what you think. If this post helps to resolve your issue, please click the "Mark as Answer" or "Helpful" button at the top of this message. By marking a post as Answered, or Helpful you help others find the answer faster.

Is the SP3 update for Windows XP installed?Apart fronm the advice from the Fixit Tool what makes you think you have a corrupt Recycle Bin. What was the original problem?Hope this helps, Gerry Cornell