This started with my password box being pre-filled. It TOOK a long time to keep clicking "enter" and trying delete and backspace keys before I would get the "did you forget your password" notice. Then I was able to enter my password. It got progressively worse as even the search boxes on Firefox and IE were filled in by forward slashes. Then my separate e-mail client inherited the problem.

I run Zone Alarm, AVG free edition, Malwarebytes. None showed any viruses or malware. I ran CCCleaner and that didn't cure the problem. After reading the "how tos" on here, I used Spywareblaster which found one registry problem and removed it. I can now type in all input FIELDS (except for password LOGON) WITHOUT getting runaway slashes being entered. I also have a "Hijackthis" log file on this.

A couple times when I rebooted, my network connections didn't show up until I rebooted again. Can you help?Tried another keyboard yet ?
Wireless keyboard = new batteries ?

Or is this a laptop ?I haven't tried another keyboard because it HAPPENS before I even start to type anything (logon password). This is a Micron desktop - not wireless. Thanks for the quick reply!NOTE: Do NOT switch keyboards with the power on...Thanks. I won't do that. I was just typing in my e-mail client (the Bat) and the forward slashes ran wild again after a couple words.I wanted to add a couple things that have also gone awry: my computer calculator doesn't work with num lock keypad or regular keypad. It puts its own numbers in! Sometimes my scrolldown on FF goes back to the top when I release it. Until you attempt to try another keyboard there is no update...

All these issues are related.OMG! OMG! I fixed the keyboard by accidentally lifting it about 1/4" with my finger. After it dropped down, everything went back to normal. I will probably buy a new keyboard in case there is a short in this one. Your help and suggestions were right in tune with the problem. I just recommended you to my brother and will recommend you to others. Can't thank you enough!Excellent News...Welcome to CH.

P.S. I'd buy a new one...Thanks again! Yes, I intend to buy one tomorrow.